In a major operation to curb illegal timber trade, the Arunachal Pradesh Police have successfully seized a significant amount of illegally harvested timber and arrested several smugglers involved in the illegal activity. The operation, carried out in the state’s border areas, follows growing concerns over the environmental impact of illegal logging in Arunachal Pradesh, one of India’s most ecologically rich states.
The illegal timber trade not only threatens the region’s biodiversity but also undermines the efforts to preserve the fragile ecosystems of the Eastern Himalayas. The seizure of timber was part of an ongoing crackdown on illegal activities, including wildlife trafficking and deforestation, which have been undermining conservation efforts in the state. The police are working in close coordination with forest officials and environmental organizations to strengthen enforcement and prevent future illegal timber smuggling.