Ograbraj, March 26: On 25th March 2024, a dedicated team comprising SI K V Abdul Salam, HCs Ashok Roy and Nelson embarked on a mission to dismantle the manufacturing of premature illicit liquor (Lehan) and apprehend the perpetrators in the Port Mout revenue forest area.
During a meticulous search in the revenue forest area behind Port Mout Basti, the team stumbled upon evidence of illegal activity in the form of hand-sawn padauk timber. The discovery prompted the team to conduct a thorough investigation to determine ownership and legality. Despite exhaustive efforts, no individuals or evidence indicating legality were found.
During the operation, 02 pieces of length 24 x 15 cm x 160 cm measuring 0.0576 cbm and 01 piece of 15 x 12 cm x 160 cm measuring 0.0288 cbm, total 03 pieces measuring 0.1440 cbm of hand sawn padauk timber were recovered.
The illegally obtained hand-sawn padauk timber was promptly seized on the spot under the cover of a seizure memo. Subsequently, the information was conveyed to the concerned Forest Official, who assured their commitment to take over the seized articles from the spot.
The seized articles were handed over to Shri Anoop Singh, Forester, Ograbraj Beat, Tushnabad Range on the same day at 21:30 hrs for necessary action at their end.
This successful operation underscores the relentless efforts to combat illegal activities within our forests and preserve our natural resources. PS Ograbraj team remain steadfast in our commitment to uphold the law and protect our environment. The operation was carried out within the jurisdiction of PS Ograbraj under the leadership of SI Devanand Pathak, SHO, PS Ograbraj, overall supervision of Shri. Sandeep Lamba, DANIPS, Sub Divisional Police Officer, Bambooflat and the overall command of Smti. Niharika Bhatt, Superintendent Police, South Andaman District.
The general public are requested to pass on any credible information pertaining to such illegal activities may kindly be passed on the following telephone numbers: 236641, 258019, 224934 & 100. Informers' identities will be kept confidential.