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Emotional Geographies of Human–Elephant Conflict: Integrating Socio-Psychological and Ecological Dimensions in a Fragmented Landscape of Eastern India

Author(s) Mr. Afrid Aalam, Mr. Saswatik Tripathy
Country India
Abstract Human–elephant conflict (HEC) represents one of the most complex and persistent conservation challenges in the Global South, particularly in regions undergoing rapid ecological transformation. This study investigates the socio-ecological and emotional dimensions of HEC in the Banspal region of Keonjhar district, Odisha, India—an area experiencing intensive mining-led landscape change. While existing literature predominantly frames HEC as an ecological or economic issue, this research introduces an integrated analytical framework that foregrounds emotional and psychological dimensions alongside spatial and environmental factors.
Using a mixed-methods approach combining spatial analysis, structured surveys, and qualitative interviews, the study examines patterns of conflict, drivers of escalation, and community attitudes. Findings reveal that despite significant economic losses—averaging ₹120,000 per household—62% of respondents maintain positive attitudes toward elephants. This paradox is explained through cultural conditioning, cognitive dissonance, and emotional coping mechanisms embedded within local traditions.
The study argues that current mitigation strategies, which prioritize technical and administrative solutions, fail to address emotional realities and community agency. It proposes an integrated coexistence model that incorporates ecological restoration, participatory governance, and emotional resilience. By bridging ecological science with socio-psychological insights, the paper contributes to a more holistic understanding of human–wildlife interactions and offers pathways toward sustainable coexistence.
Keywords Elephant, Conflict, Emotions, Human, Wildlife, Impact, Ecology
Published In Volume 8, Issue 3, May-June 2026
Published On 2026-06-08
DOI https://doi.org/10.36948/ijfmr.2026.v08i03.79558
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