Two Tribal Representatives Join Kerala Wildlife Board

Exam-focused facts from the 13 August 2026 current affairs briefing.

Key facts

Raman Raja Mannan, the Mannan tribal king, and Vinod, a researcher from the Cholanaikkan community, were inducted as members of the State Wildlife Board.
This is the first time tribal representatives have been included in the State Wildlife Board.
The State Wildlife Board is chaired by the Chief Minister of Kerala.
The induction aims to ensure tribal participation and integrate traditional wisdom into forest management.
Forest Minister Shibu Baby John announced the induction during the 'Oorunarvu' initiative at Periyar Tiger Reserve (PTR) in Thekkady.
A ₹50-crore ecotourism proposal, including a ₹20-crore tiger museum in Thekkady, will be submitted to the Union Government.