Human-elephant conflicts, in both wild and captivity, are escalating with neglected welfare issues. Captive elephants often face frequent punishment instead of understanding. The elephant incident in Kerala highlights the need for better management. Immediate welfare measures, including reduced workload and skilled mahouts, are essential for addressing conflict and ensuring elephant welfare.
Human-elephant conflicts, in both wild and captivity, are escalating with neglected welfare issues. Captive elephants often face frequent punishment instead of understanding. The elephant incident in Kerala highlights the need for better management. Immediate welfare measures, including reduced workload and skilled mahouts, are essential for addressing conflict and ensuring elephant welfare.