Phase IFoundation
Background
Overview
Human-wildlife conflict is a critical environmental and socio-economic challenge in India, demanding multi-faceted solutions involving policy, technology, and community participation for sustainable coexistence.
Human-wildlife conflict (HWC) refers to any interaction between humans and wildlife that results in negative impacts on human social, economic, or cultural life, on the conservation of wildlife populations, or on the environment. It is a growing concern globally, particularly in areas with increasing human populations and shrinking wildlife habitats.