TN govt forms expert panel for elephant translocation SOP

• Tamil Nadu government formed an expert committee to develop a comprehensive Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) for elephant translocation.
• The decision follows concerns over recent deaths of translocated wild elephants, highlighting the need for a science-based review of existing protocols.
• The committee, chaired by A Udhayan (PCCF & Director of AIWC, Chennai), will formulate clear protocols for capture, translocation, and release of wild animals, especially elephants.
• The SOP aims to be a national model for India and will be submitted within two months.

Why It Matters: This aims to prevent elephant deaths during translocation and set a national standard.