“Edge of Chaos” explores the growing tense connection between humans and animals in Wayanad and Bandipur National Park. As urbanization spreads into natural ecosystems, animals struggle to cohabit with human settlements, resulting in hazardous interactions and severe costs for both parties. The documentary shows the nuances of this struggle via vivid narration and fascinating imagery, emphasizing the critical need for a balance between conservation and human growth to safeguard both the people and the animals that live in these diminishing places.
The documentary takes viewers deep into the heart of two critical wildlife corridors: Wayanad, with its rich biodiversity, and Bandipur National Park, known for its tiger and elephant populations. Human settlements intersect with old animal migratory patterns, resulting in disputes that endanger both livelihoods and biodiversity.
Farmers and villagers risk crop and property loss, while animals forced out of their dwindling habitats face serious consequences. “Edge of Chaos” portrays these tense moments while also addressing the larger issue of habitat loss caused by forestry, agribusiness, and growing infrastructure. It investigates possible solutions, ranging from relocation attempts to sustainable practices that would allow people and animals to cohabit harmoniously.
“Edge of Chaos” sheds attention on the delicate balance between human growth and animal survival in Wayanad and Bandipur. The documentary advocates for greater knowledge and action, pushing society to reconsider its approach to development and conservation in order to conserve both human communities and endangered ecosystems.
