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Tamil Nadu Boosts Wildlife Conservation with New Rescue Center and Enhanced Forest Protection

Coimbatore, India – December 30, 2025 – Tamil Nadu’s commitment to wildlife conservation took a significant leap forward today with the inauguration of the state’s first rescue, treatment, and rehabilitation center (RTRC) for wildlife. Deputy Chief Minister Udhayanidhi Stalin officially opened the facility in Pethikuttai, Sirumugai forest range of the Coimbatore Forest Division, during a virtual event from the Tamil Nadu Forest Academy. The RTRC, built at a cost of ₹19.50 crore, is designed to provide comprehensive care for injured animals, those separated from their groups, and those affected by human-wildlife conflict. It boasts a modern operation theatre, 17 specialized animal enclosures, and advanced veterinary facilities.

In addition to the RTRC, Mr. Stalin inaugurated an elephant camp in Chadivayal, with an investment of ₹8 crore, aimed at bolstering elephant management and conservation efforts in the region.

The Deputy Chief Minister also launched the Tamil Nadu Forest Archives Repository, an electronic archive developed by the Tamil Virtual Academy costing ₹2.60 crore. The portal offers access to approximately 200 years’ worth of Forest Department records, including documents, maps, and historical data, for researchers, forest officials, academics, and the public.

During the event, Mr. Stalin emphasized the importance of equipping the Forest Department to effectively protect wildlife and combat poaching. As part of this commitment, he handed over 123 newly procured .315 sporting rifles, 65 9mm auto pistols, and 204 12-bore pump-action guns, along with 17,376 units of ammunition, to Forest Department staff.

The inauguration was attended by key officials, including Minister for Forests and Khadi R.S. Rajakannappan, various Members of Parliament and Legislative Assembly, Additional Chief Secretary for Environment, Climate Change and Forests Supriya Sahu, and Principal Chief Conservator of Forests Srinivas R. Reddy, highlighting the collaborative effort behind these initiatives. These significant investments signal Tamil Nadu’s dedication to preserving its rich biodiversity and mitigating human-wildlife conflict through enhanced conservation strategies and equipping forest department personnels.

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