Archive · 23 Jul 2025
TN Farmers Concerned Over Power Fence Rule Delays
Farmers in Tamil Nadu are having trouble protecting their crops from wild animals because the government hasn't fully implemented new rules for electric fences.
These rules were meant to keep animals safe and ensure fences meet safety standards.
However, the delay has left farmers unsure how to comply, and some worry about the cost.
Farmers have applied for permission to install fences but haven't received clear responses.
Some are also questioning the practicality of the restrictions, like the length of fencing allowed.
The situation puts both farmers and wildlife at risk while the government figures out how to proceed.
Tamil Nadu farmers face delays in implementing power fence regulations for wildlife protection.
The government's delay in implementing the Power Fences (Registration and Regulation) Rules, 2023, causes confusion.
Farmers await clarity on new norms, including the use of Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS)-certified energisers.
Farmers express concern over increased costs and the limited length of fencing allowed.
Both farmer livelihoods and wildlife safety are at risk due to the delay.
- Who
- Farmers and forest officials
- What
- Delay in implementing power fence regulations.
- When
- Two years after the Tamil Nadu government issued a GO.
- Where
- Tamil Nadu
- Why
- To regulate the installation of power fences and protect wildlife and crops.
Farmers' Concerns
Forest Department's Concerns
Responsibility for animal protection
Farmers' Concerns
Farmers believe the forest department should take more responsibility in protecting wild animals and providing solutions to human-animal conflict.
Forest Department's Concerns
The Forest Department's perspective isn't explicitly stated in the article.
Delays and response
Farmers' Concerns
Farmers are frustrated with the delay in implementing the regulations and the lack of response from the forest department.
Forest Department's Concerns
The Forest Department's perspective isn't explicitly stated in the article.
Practicality of new regulations
Farmers' Concerns
Some farmers question the practicality and cost of the new regulations, especially the limited length of fencing allowed.
Forest Department's Concerns
The Forest Department's perspective isn't explicitly stated in the article.
- GO Issued
- To regulate power fence installation
- Rules not implemented
- Tamil Nadu Power Fences (Registration and Regulation) Rules, 2023
- Concerns
- Safety, compliance, and recurring human-wildlife conflicts
- Farmers applying
- Over 80 farmers across various ranges
- Farmer's cost for fencing
- Rs 4.5 lakh for 1,750 metres