Blackbucks and Nilgais Relocation in Madhya Pradesh: A Wildlife Initiative

A groundbreaking initiative to protect Madhya Pradesh's crops from wildlife incursions saw 45 blackbucks relocated to the Gandhi Sagar Wildlife Sanctuary. Conducted in Shajapur district, the operation used expert assistance from South Africa, incorporating helicopter and Boma technology to achieve the relocation.

The large-scale capture and relocation campaign targeted both blackbucks and nilgais, two species known for damaging crops. This effort marks the first use of such sophisticated techniques in the region, aiming to mitigate longstanding agricultural challenges.

Sanctioned by the Union Ministry and the state government, the campaign plans to capture and relocate 400 blackbucks and 100 nilgais to designated forest areas. The technique employed, known as the South African Boma method, involves aerial herding and capturing, ensuring animal welfare during the process.