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In a significant step towards strengthening support for victims of human-wildlife conflict, Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi has announced a major enhancement in the ex-gratia amount provided in cases of deaths caused by wild animal attacks. The compensation amount, which earlier stood at Rs 6 lakh, has now been increased to Rs 10 lakh.
The move comes in response to the growing number of incidents involving wild animal intrusions, particularly in forest-adjacent villages, which often lead to loss of life and property. Acknowledging the plight of affected families, the Chief Minister has directed that the financial aid be r...