Drive Against Illegal Wood Cutting, Smuggling in AJK

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Mirpur AJK: The authorities launched an extensive drive against the rampant trend of illegal wood cutting and smuggling in Azad and Jammu and Kashmir (AJK) on Monday.
According to the AJK Forest Department, in a determined effort to safeguard the precious national assets of forests, Azad Jammu and Kashmir State has launched a widespread campaign to curb the practice of illegal wood cutting and smuggling.
The drive, aimed at preserving the region’s lush greenery, has already seen the impounding of vehicles involved in such activities, with strict action promised against all guilty parties.
The government has stepped up its efforts to protect the environment and preserve the vital source of income provided by the forests with strict measures in place, those found guilty of encroaching on forest lands or participating in illegal activities will face severe consequences.