Bandipora, May 04: In a significant win for forest protection, the Forest Protection Force (FPF) party of Bandipora on Thursday seized illicit timber measuring 70 cubic feet in Veaven village of North Kashmir’s Bandipora district.
As per the details available with Rising Kashmir, the seized timber was found in a house, and an investigation has been launched to ascertain its source and those involved in the illegal trade.
Deputy Director Forest Protection Force Bandipora, Eijaz Ahmad told Rising Kashmir that the seizure was made based on specific inputs received by the team. In the early hours of the morning, the FPF party was deputed towards Veawen, where the illicit timber was seized. The operation was carried out efficiently, and the FPF party has been commended for their efforts, he said.
The seizure of the illicit timber has sent a strong message to those involved in the illegal trade, and the Forest Protection Force has vowed to continue its crackdown on such activities, Deputy Director FPF said.
Emphasizing the importance of protecting the forests and urged the public to be vigilant and report any suspicious activities related to timber smuggling, he appealed to the people to come forward and report any such illegal activities they come across.
The seizure of the illicit timber has been welcomed by environmentalists and activists working towards forest protection. It is a reminder of the urgent need to preserve our natural resources and protect our forests from illegal activities that pose a significant threat to our environment.
He also said that the department has promised to take strict action against those involved in the illegal trade and ensure that such activities are eradicated completely.
The seizure of the 41 no.s of kail illicit timber measuring 70 cubic feet at Veven village of Bandipora is a significant achievement for the Forest Protection Force and a win for the environment. It sends a strong message to those involved in the illegal trade and highlights the importance of protecting our forests and natural resources, he concluded.
