Guwahati: Assam officials launched 14 Gosh Mitro teams this week. These local youth squads will monitor wild elephant herds in the Tamulpur and Baksa districts. The move targets the dangerous India-Bhutan border area. Clashes there are climbing.
Forest Minister Jayanta Malla Baruah visited Tamulpur to coordinate the response. He met with police, local administration, and forest staff to map out a strategy. These teams will track animal movements and shield residents from sudden encounters. The forest department will back them up with extra equipment and support.
The government also ordered a new land project to feed the animals. The Eco Task Force will manage the effort. They plan to clear 50 bighas of land for new plantations. By growing food inside the forest, officials hope to keep the elephants away from villages. Baruah said the teams were built to monitor movements and keep a close watch on vulnerable areas.
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