MoU signed for technology to prevent wild elephant-train collisions
The Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) relating to the project to provide technological solutions to prevent wild elephants from being hit by trains was signed yesterday (01) afternoon at the President’s Media Centre, under the patronage of Secretary to the President Dr Nandika Sanath Kumanayake. Coordinated through the “Clean Sri Lanka” programme, the project is being implemented […]
The Island Sri Lanka reports that a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) has been signed to implement a technology project aimed at preventing wild elephants from being hit by trains in Sri Lanka. Coordinated through the "Clean Sri Lanka" programme, the project is a public-private partnership involving the Railway Department, the Department of Wildlife Conservation, and the Forest Conservation Department.
The system utilizes three-beam detection, passive infrared (PIR) sensors, automatic temperature sensors, and a tamper alarm system to detect elephants and unauthorised interference. Signal lights and a special screen inside locomotive cabs will alert drivers to the presence of elephants, with a pilot project set to begin at 13 high-risk locations next month.
The signing ceremony took place at the President’s Media Centre and included representatives from all partnering organisations, as well as officials from the Clean Sri Lanka Secretariat and People’s Bank.
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