Elephant Tracker-Karnataka

Prevent conflicts & raise awareness in Karnataka with real-time elephant alerts.

Elephant Tracker – Karnataka is your on-the-ground companion for staying informed, safe, and connected in regions prone to human-elephant encounters. Developed in partnership with Sneha NGO and designed especially for Karnataka’s rural communities, this app empowers villagers, forest department personnel, and wildlife enthusiasts with real-time alerts, mapping, and educational resources.

Key Features

Live Elephant Sightings: Receive instant notifications when herds are nearby, sourced from community reports and forest-department patrols.

Interactive Map: View recent sighting locations, herd movement corridors, and high-risk zones—so you can plan travel and agricultural work more safely.

Early Warning System: Set up geofenced alerts around your village or farm to get push notifications the moment an elephant crosses into your area.

Community Reporting: Easily submit your own sightings with a few taps—upload a photo or GPS location to help spread awareness and build a more accurate movement map.

Chatbot (hath bot): Access bite-sized guides on elephant behavior, safe-distance best practices, and steps to take if you encounter a herd, just ask a question to our bot powered by Gemma 3.

Multilingual Support: Available in English, Kannada, and Odia, ensuring everyone can engage, report, and learn in their preferred language.

Offline Mode: Download maps and safety tips for areas with limited or no internet connectivity, so you’re never left in the dark.

Why Elephant Tracker? Human-elephant conflict poses serious threats to both communities and wildlife. By combining community-driven data with expert insights from Sneha NGO and the Karnataka Forest Department, Elephant Tracker bridges the information gap—helping you make informed decisions, reduce crop damage, and protect lives