| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| News Event | WildPing.org, a free wildlife alert platform, developed by Mudasir Ali (Srinagar-based software engineer). |
| Objective | Prevent human-wildlife conflict by providing real-time alerts about wildlife sightings. |
| Technology | Progressive Web App (PWA)--works on Android/iOS without app store installation. Users report sightings (bears, leopards, etc.). |
| Alert Range | Notifications sent within 2.5 km radius of reported sightings. |
| Languages | Supports English, Hindi, Urdu. |
| Significance | 1. Conflict Mitigation--timely warnings reduce encounters. 2. Community Participation--crowdsourced reporting. 3. Public Safety--location-based digital alerts. 4. J&K Relevance--addresses wildlife intrusions in villages/farms. |
Srinagar Engineer Launches WildPing App to Mitigate Human-Wildlife Conflict
13 October, 2026
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