40-Year-Old Tree Chopped Down Illegally Near Sailabala High School
A 40-year-old tree, valued for its ecological significance, was chopped down near Sailabala High School in Kharupetia. Locals have condemned the action, calling it careless and illegal. The incident has sparked controversy and demands for severe consequences.
The tree was cut down during the school's closure. A teacher from Sailabala High School ordered the action, but their identity remains unknown. The teacher claimed it was necessary for safety, but locals dispute this, stating it was done without proper approval or protocols from the Forest Department.
The incident has caused uproar in the community. Locals demand strict penalties for those who violate forest restrictions and threaten conservation efforts. Officials from the Mangaldoi Forest Range Office have confiscated the felled timber and are investigating if the teacher sold the timber illegally.
The illegal felling of the 40-year-old tree has raised concerns about the disregard for environmental regulations. Officials are conducting a thorough investigation, and the community awaits justice.
