Excelsior Correspondent
DODA, Aug 7: Forest Department has foiled inter-state smuggling of endangered herb with the seizure of 128 kilograms of banned forest produce near village Saru Nalla in Forest Range Bhallesa.
As per sources, on specific information the sleuths of Forest Department led by Range Officer Bhallesa Suresh Jamwal started a search operation at Saru Nalla.
During search, the sleuths seized 128 kilograms of banned forest produce worth Rs 90,000, sources, adding that the endangered herb was being illegally transported to the neighbouring Himachal Pradesh.
Interacting with media persons, Range Officer Bhallesa Suresh Jamwal said that they have been getting information regarding smuggling of banned herbs to the neighbouring States.
“Last night, after receiving information about the consignment being smuggled to Himachal Pradesh, we seized 128 kilograms of banned forest produce”, he added.
A case under Section 26 of Indian Forest Act has been registered in this regard, Range Officer stated.
The recovery was made under the supervision of DFO Bhadarwah Chander Sheikhar and Conservator of Forests Chenab Circle Doda Satpal Pakru.
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