Connectivity for large mammals is seriously hampered by linear intrusions within the Western Ghats. Currently, there is no comprehensive assessment of connectivity that has been carried out across the Western Ghats. However, site specific studies/reports indicate the lack or poor connectivity for large mammals across roads and railway lines, especially for elephants and tigers in several locations within the Western Ghats. At these locations not only the movement of dispersing individuals is restricted, but also leads to mortality of animals due to collision with vehicular traffic. Restoring and enhancing connectivity in these locations will greatly improve overall connectivity across the Western Ghats. Apart from the looming threat to dispersal of wild animals, associated impacts of habitat fragmentation due to linear infrastructure are poorly known/evaluated across the Western Ghats.