Excelsior Correspondent
JAMMU, Mar 28: The Forest sleuths seized a vehicle, loaded with illegal transportation of the green logs of Khair-wood today in Akhnoor Sub Division of Jammu Forest Division.
Official sources said that acting on specific information, a team of the Forest Department, under the close supervision of the Range Officer (RO) Jammu, successfully intercepted and seized a Mahindra Bolero vehicle (Reg No. JK02AB- 1915), illegally transporting forest produce (Khair wood) near village Jandyal in Akhnoor.
The operation was executed at around 9:30 am by Block Officer (BO) Manawar, with the active assistance of police personnel and Beat Guard Showa. Upon inspection, the vehicle was found loaded with 10 peeled Khair stumps and 12 Khair twigs, which were being transported without valid documentation, in violation of the Indian Forest Act (IFA).
As per legal provisions, confiscation proceedings have been promptly initiated against the offenders. The seized vehicle and illicit forest produce have been taken into official custody for further legal action.
The sources further said that the Forest Department remains committed to strict enforcement of forest protection laws and urges the public to report any suspicious activities related to illegal timber extraction and transportation. Such proactive measures are crucial in safeguarding forest resources and preventing ecological degradation.
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