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Villagers Rally: Tame Electric Fences, Save Wildlife
7 Jan
Summary
- Rally held in Kongarpalayam village for safe electric fence installation.
- Farmers must register and install fences per Tamil Nadu rules.
- Violations of fence rules risk 3-7 years imprisonment.
In Kongarpalayam village, a rally organized by the Forest Department aimed to educate residents on the safe use of electric fences around agricultural fields. The initiative also focused on preventing the poaching of wild animals, a growing concern in the Sathyamangalam Division.
Forest officials emphasized the importance of registering all power fences. Farmers must ensure installations comply with the Tamil Nadu Power Fences (Registration and Regulation) Rules, 2023. A critical safety feature required is an automatic trip mechanism to prevent accidental electrocution of wildlife and humans.
Strict adherence to these regulations is crucial, as violations of the Wild Life (Protection) Act, 1972, can lead to severe consequences. Convicted individuals face rigorous imprisonment ranging from three to seven years, highlighting the seriousness of ensuring wildlife safety.
