A concerning incident occurred at Sikhna Jwhwlao National Park near Indo-Bhutan border in Assam’s Chirang district, where forest guards were blocked from entering by a group involved in illegal logging activities. On Friday, sources revealed that individuals obstructed vehicles belonging to forest officials in a bid to prevent them from halting felling of trees.
Illegal logging continues unabated in newly declared national park, despite efforts by authorities to curb these activities. situation escalated when forest department’s vehicle was detained by group, prompting local police intervention to release forest officials.
incident underscores challenges faced by conservation authorities in safeguarding this vital ecological zone. It has sparked concern among environmentalists and local communities about park’s long-term preservation.
Incident Details
| Details | Description |
| Location | Sikhna Jwhwlao National Park, Chirang, Assam |
| Activity | Illegal logging |
| Action by Loggers | Blocked forest guards and detained their vehicle |
| Police Involvement | Freed forest officials from detention |
| Current Status | Logging activities reportedly continue |
| Concern | Safety of forest guards and continued deforestation |
Disclaimer: information provided is based on available sources and reports. While efforts are made to ensure accuracy, details may vary as investigations progress.
