Odisha reports 1,398 deaths in man-animal conflicts

In Odisha, India, there have been 1,398 deaths from human-animal conflicts over the last 10 years.

The Dhenkanal forest division had the most deaths, with 251 people losing their lives.

The government has paid a lot of money, Rs 6,174.68 lakh, to the families of those who died.

Many animals, like elephants, tigers, and leopards, have also died.

The government is trying to make the forests safer by planting trees, protecting animal homes, and using technology to watch over the animals.

They also counted many turtles and dolphins in different places.

The minister shared all this information in the Odisha Assembly.