Illegal Logging Bust Uncovers 44 Khair Logs in Himachal Forest

In Himachal Pradesh's Hamirpur district, authorities apprehended two individuals and seized 44 logs of Khair wood. Cases were registered against Naresh Kumar and Karnail Singh for illegal logging. The forest department, along with the local police, is investigating the incident, amid strict tree-felling regulations in the state.

Officials in Himachal Pradesh's Hamirpur district have detained two individuals and seized 44 logs of Khair wood. The operation, conducted by the forest department, highlights ongoing issues with illegal logging in the state.

The detained individuals, identified as Naresh Kumar and Karnail Singh, hail from Badhera in Una district's Haroli Tehsil. They face serious charges, with the forest department having filed a case at the Haroli police station.

Strict regulations in Himachal Pradesh prohibit the felling of all tree types, with specific permissions needed for Khair trees. Investigations revealed the logs were hidden and cut with a chain cutter. Law enforcement is actively continuing the probe into these illegal activities.

(With inputs from agencies.)