With reference to the Kerala Forest Development Corporation (KFDC) and its initiatives, consider the following statements: 1. The Workcation initiative is being launched at Vagamon and Gavi. 2. The state is examining the translocation of surplus tigers to address habitat imbalances. 3. The KFDC earns ₹30 crore annually from an area of 10,000 hectares. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

Kerala examines translocating surplus tigers due to habitat imbalances and human-wildlife conflicts

GS3Economy · S&T · Environment · Security· Biotechnology & health research· Prelims + Mains· 30 September 2026

Wildlife management and human-wildlife conflict: a relevant GS3 and Environment case study.

Why in news

Kerala Chief Minister V. D. Satheesan announced the state is examining the translocation of surplus tigers to other reserves to address habitat imbalances and human-wildlife conflicts.

Background

The Kerala Forest Development Corporation (KFDC) earns ₹30 crore annually from 10,000 hectares. New initiatives include 'SHOLA', 'Workcation' at Gavi and Suryanelli, 'Travel Today, Pay Tomorrow', 'Athma' tea, and a Vagamon pod stay.

Facts for Prelims

PlaceGavi and Suryanelli are locations in Kerala for 'Workcation' initiatives
FactKFDC earns ₹30 crore annually from 10,000 hectares
EnvironmentTiger translocation is being considered due to habitat imbalances and human-wildlife conflicts in Kerala

Prelims practice question

With reference to the Kerala Forest Development Corporation (KFDC) and its initiatives, consider the following statements:

The Workcation initiative is being launched at Vagamon and Gavi.
The state is examining the translocation of surplus tigers to address habitat imbalances.
The KFDC earns ₹30 crore annually from an area of 10,000 hectares.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

(a)2 only
(b)1 and 2 only
(c)1 and 3 only
(d)2 and 3 only

Show answer

Answer: (d) 2 and 3 only — Statements 2 and 3 are correct. Statement 1 is incorrect: The Workcation initiative is at Gavi and Suryanelli.

For Mains

Q. Discuss the ecological and socio-economic challenges of managing tiger populations in fragmented habitats and the role of translocation in mitigating human-wildlife conflict.

Dimensions to cover in your answer

Ecological integrity: Risk of genetic dilution and stress during translocation of apex predators
Human-wildlife conflict: Balancing local community safety with conservation goals in high-density human zones
Economic synergy: Leveraging forest-based tourism and 'Workcation' models to fund conservation efforts

Keywords: Human-wildlife conflict · Habitat imbalance · Translocation · Apex predator conservation · Eco-tourism

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