In an effort to combat rising human-wildlife conflicts, the Maharashtra government has increased the compensation for capturing and relocating monkeys from ₹300 to ₹600 per animal. This change, formalized through a Government Resolution on April 22, responds to concerns raised by public representatives and field authorities regarding the operational challenges and costs associated with rescue efforts. The new compensation rates will support individuals and authorized agencies involved in the safe capture and release of conflict-prone species like rhesus macaques and langurs. Human-monkey conflict remains a significant issue in districts such as Ratnagiri, Raigad, and Sindhudurg, where farmers have reported substantial crop damage. In Ratnagiri alone, over 5,600 monkeys have been involved in conflict situations between 2024 and 2026. Experts believe the increase in conflicts is linked to changing human behaviors, particularly feeding monkeys, which can lead to aggressive behavior when food is scarce.