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NATHIGALI, Nov 10 (APP):Additional Assistant Commissioner (AAC) Galyat, Shamim Ullah, has directed strict action against those involved in the illegal use of fallen timber in Chhachan Tajwal, ordering the immediate seizure of the logs and their deposit in the forest department’s depot.
Acting on the directions of Deputy Commissioner Abbottabad, the AAC visited the area following reports of unauthorized tree cutting and timber log alteration.
During the inspection, it was found that the tree had fallen along the roadside about two months ago due to a landslide. However, the inquiry revealed that the fallen tree was later handed over to a former chairman with the approval of forest department officials, in violation of existing rules and procedures.
AAC Shamim Ullah issued clear orders for confiscation of the timber and recommended a departmental inquiry to identify and penalize those responsible for the irregularity.
The district administration Abbottabad reaffirmed its resolve to ensure forest conservation and take effective measures against illegal tree cutting and misuse of natural resources in the region.