Amrita Showcases Technology-Enabled Solutions for Farmer Safety and Human–Wildlife Conflict

RURAL TECHNOLOGIES SEPTEMBER 2026

Farmer Safety &
Human–Wildlife
Conflict Mitigation

Amrita Vishwa Vidyapeetham showcases technology-enabled approaches for wildlife monitoring, early detection and protection of farming communities.

THIRUVAMBADY, KOZHIKODE, KERALA SEPTEMBER 2026
EVENT
OVERVIEW

Towards safer
coexistence.

Amrita Vishwa Vidyapeetham’s Rural Technologies team participated in the State-Level Conclave on Farmer Safety and Human–Wildlife Conflict Mitigation held at Parish Hall, Thiruvambady, in Kozhikode district, Kerala.

The conclave brought together government representatives, policymakers, researchers, academic institutions, technology developers, startups and community stakeholders to explore practical and sustainable approaches to reducing human–wildlife conflict.

Farmer Safety and Human–Wildlife Conflict Mitigation
State-Level Conclave on Farmer Safety and Human–Wildlife Conflict Mitigation
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KEY THEMES

Connecting policy,
research & technology.

01

Farmer Safety

Protecting farmers, agricultural land, livelihoods and communities affected by human–wildlife conflict.

02

Early Detection

Technology-enabled monitoring and early warning systems supporting preventive action.

03

Wildlife Monitoring

Innovative approaches for monitoring wildlife movement and identifying potential conflict situations.

04

Collaborative Action

Cooperation between government, academia, researchers, technology providers and local communities.

Amrita Rural Technologies exhibition AMRITA RURAL TECHNOLOGIES
AMRITA'S CONTRIBUTION

From conflict
to coexistence.

As part of the exhibition, Amrita Vishwa Vidyapeetham’s Rural Technologies team showcased a technology-enabled approach to human–wildlife conflict mitigation.

The exhibit combined a physical field model with a digital monitoring dashboard to demonstrate how multiple interventions can work together in agricultural and forest-edge environments.

01 Wildlife detection and monitoring
02 Sensor-based monitoring systems
03 Solar-powered infrastructure
04 Early warning and preventive interventions
05 Protective measures for agricultural areas
06 Nature-based conflict mitigation approaches
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Technology can provide timely information, support preventive action and help protect people, livelihoods and wildlife.
TECHNOLOGY • CONSERVATION • COMMUNITY
02 / DIGITAL MONITORING

Technology-enabled
early warning.

The demonstration illustrated how field-level monitoring, sensor technologies and digital dashboards can support timely information, decision-making and preventive action.

Digital monitoring dashboard
DIGITAL MONITORING DASHBOARD
01 DETECT

Identify wildlife movement and potential conflict situations.

02 MONITOR

Track information through a connected digital dashboard.

03 ALERT

Provide timely information to support preventive action.

04 PROTECT

Help safeguard farmers, crops, communities and wildlife.

03
EXPERT SESSIONS

Knowledge meets
field experience.

Dr. H. N. Kumara
01

Dr. H. N. Kumara

Addressed human–monkey conflict and management strategies.

Dr. P. O. Nameer
02

Dr. P. O. Nameer

Discussed challenges related to farmer safety and human–wildlife conflict.

Shibu Baby John
03

Shibu Baby John

Participated in discussions on farmer safety, human–wildlife conflict and community-focused solutions.

A. P. Anilkumar
04

A. M. Anilkumar

Contributed to discussions on coordinated approaches to human–wildlife conflict mitigation.

T. Siddique
05

T. Siddique

Engaged in discussions around farmer protection, community concerns and sustainable conflict mitigation.

04 / IMPACT

Building safer
rural communities.

The conclave provided a platform for connecting policy, research, technology, conservation and community needs towards developing scalable and sustainable approaches to human–wildlife coexistence.

05 SDGs
CONNECTED
06 / VIDEO GALLERY

Watch the
event.

Explore videos from the conclave, exhibition and technology demonstrations.

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Farmer Safety & Human–Wildlife Conflict

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Amrita Rural Technologies Demonstration

Aligned with the Following Sustainable Development
Goals

The initiative connects farmer safety, innovation, sustainable communities, wildlife conservation and collaborative action across five Sustainable Development Goals.

02
SDG 02

Zero Hunger

Supporting safer agricultural environments and protecting farming livelihoods from human–wildlife conflict.

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SDG 09

Industry, Innovation & Infrastructure

Demonstrating sensor-based monitoring, digital dashboards and technology-enabled early warning systems.

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SDG 11

Sustainable Cities & Communities

Building resilient communities through coordinated approaches to safety, conservation and sustainable coexistence.

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SDG 15

Life on Land

Supporting wildlife conservation and sustainable approaches to human–wildlife coexistence.

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SDG 17

Partnerships for the Goals

Encouraging collaboration between government, academia, technology teams, researchers and local communities.

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