Cattle grazing in the Betla National Park is a big nuisance and problem to wildlife in the tiger reserve Palamu. As the human population in the villages around the tiger reserve has increased manifold since this tiger reserve came into existence in 1974, the problem of cattle grazing has
Bhubaneswar Municipal Corporation (BMC) has approved the introduction of dedicated vehicles and an incinerator to carry and dispose of stray dog carcasses. The proposal was passed in the recent corporation meeting, and three vehicles will be deployed in different administrative zones for transportation. Additionally, the BMC has requested land for the facility and plans to set a price for pet owners to dispose of their pets' bodies. The corporation also aims to tackle the issue of stray cattle in the city.
Residents of eight villages within the Palamu Tiger Reserve graze their cattle in the Betla National Park, impacting wildlife, particularly bisons. The boundary between the villages and the park is long and porous, leading to cattle intrusion. To address the issue, the deputy director of the Palamu Tiger Reserve suggests creating meadows and pastures for the cattle. Additionally, a foot and mouth disease control programme will be conducted to curb the spread of the disease.