Central Forest Division conducts route march along Langol RF foothills
Source: The Sangai Express

Imphal, May 08 2025: The Central Forest Division, Government of Manipur conducted a route march along the foothills of Langol Reserved Forest (RF) on May 6, 2025.The march was carried out around the Khonghampat area.

It was led by Range Forest Officer (RFO) Kiranjit Yumnam, Range Forest Officer (RFO) Sorokhaibam Robatson and other forest staff.

According to a release issued by District Forest Officer/Central Forest Division, the primary aim of the march was to assess human-induced pressures affecting the Reserve Forest, including unauthorized entry into the forest area, littering, small-scale mining without proper authorization, illegal tree felling and illegal cultivation in Reserve Forest Area.

These activities pose significant threats to the forest ecosystem.

The team emphasized that any illegal occupation within the reserved forest contravenes Section 26 of the Indian Forest Act, 1'927, the Manipur Forest Rules, 2021, and Section 2 of the Forest Conservation Act, 1980.Such encroachments are punishable under law.

To enhance monitoring and prevention of illegal activities, the team proposed establishing additional checkposts along the boundaries of Langol RF.

DFO Vikram Suresh Nadhe directed the Range Forest Officers to conduct a fresh assessment of encroachers to safeguard the forest, conduct patrolling on a regular basis and take strict action against elements engaging in illegal trespass, illegal cultivation in Reserve Forest areas and breaking of land.

The Central Forest Division has appealed to the public to inform them of any new encroachments or illegal activities in the reserved forests to aid in conservation efforts.

For more information or to report any concerns, individuals can contact the Central Forest Division through their official channels.

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