Idukki orders removal of barriers blocking wildlife movement

The Idukki Collector has ordered the removal of unauthorised barriers that obstruct wildlife movement along forest boundaries. The directive instructs the Local Self-Government, Revenue, Forest and Survey departments to locate fences, walls and other structures built without the required clearance. Once identified, the unauthorised structures are to be demolished, according to The Hindu.

The order covers barriers that interfere with the movement of wildlife, although the supplied material does not identify specific locations or the number of structures involved. The report also does not state when the survey and removals will begin, which authorities will supervise the work or whether any owners have been identified. The order places several government departments in charge of locating and acting on structures along the forest boundary.

No reaction from landowners, residents, conservation groups or other officials was included in the supplied material.