The Pernem Forest Department seized 52 logs of Khair wood near the Warkhand-Nagzar Panchayat area during an operation.
An Omni vehicle allegedly used to transport the wood was also taken into custody. One person from Sawantwadi has been detained in connection with the case.
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The seized timber and vehicle have been taken into departmental custody, while further investigation into the alleged illegal transportation of the wood is underway.
