Archive · 5 Jan 2026
Karnataka Launches AI System to Track Wildlife
Karnataka has started a new high-tech center in Bengaluru to watch wildlife and keep people safe.
This center uses special cameras, satellites, and GPS to track animals like elephants and tigers.
People can call a helpline if they see wildlife, and the center will help.
The goal is to stop animals from hurting people or damaging crops.
The state has a lot of forests and many animals, so this technology helps keep everyone safe.
Additionally, Karnataka is conducting a tiger estimation to count the number of tigers in the state, which is expected to show a significant increase in the tiger population.
Karnataka launched an AI-powered Integrated Command and Control Centre (ICCC) in Bengaluru on 3 January 2025 to monitor wildlife movements.
The ICCC uses AI-enabled cameras, satellite imagery, and GPS data to track wildlife in real time.
Citizens can report wildlife sightings through the forest department helpline number, 1926.
The system aims to reduce human-wildlife conflicts by enabling quick responses and preventive measures.
Karnataka is home to over 6,300 elephants and 560 tigers, with increasing incidents of crop damage and property loss in forest-fringe areas.
Karnataka began the All India Tiger Estimation-2026, expected to show a significant increase in the tiger population.
- Who
- Karnataka state government and forest minister Eshwar Khandre
- What
- Launched an Integrated Command and Control Centre (ICCC) for wildlife tracking and began the All India Tiger Estimation-2026
- When
- 3 January 2025 (ICCC launch), 2026-2027 (Tiger Estimation)
- Where
- Bengaluru, Karnataka, India
- Why
- To monitor wildlife movements, prevent human-wildlife conflicts, and estimate tiger population
Government and Conservationists
Local Residents
Wildlife Protection
Government and Conservationists
The AI-powered system is essential for monitoring and protecting wildlife, ensuring their safety and preventing human-wildlife conflicts.
Local Residents
Some residents express concerns about the effectiveness of the system and potential disruptions to their daily lives.
- Location
- Bengaluru, Karnataka, India
- Inauguration Date
- 3 January 2025
- Wildlife Population
- 6,300 elephants and 560 tigers
- Forested Land Area
- 43,000 sq km
- Helpline Number
- 1926
- Regional Hubs
- Bandipur, Bannerghatta, BRT, Nagarahole
- Tiger Reserves
- Bandipur, Nagarhole, Kali, Bhadra, Biligiriranga Hills
- Tiger Estimation Phases
- 3 phases: MSTrIPES Ecological App, Remote Sensing, Camera Trap Survey
