Wildlife Protection in Assam
Law enforcement authorities in the state of Assam have taken strict action regarding wildlife protection following a recent apprehension. During a routine vehicle checkpoint operation in the Sadiya region on a Saturday, police officers intercepted individuals transporting illicit items.
Seizure of Parrots and Weapon
During the naka-checking procedure, law enforcement personnel discovered twenty-two dead parrots in the possession of the travelers. Alongside the deceased birds, authorities also confiscated an airgun that was allegedly utilized in the incident.
Suspects Handed Over to Forest Department
Following the discovery, the police detained two individuals involved in the transport of the prohibited items. The suspects were identified as Kul Bahadur Pradhan, aged 24, who resides in Magar Basti located within Sadiya, and an individual named Larjipong. The detained men, along with the confiscated airgun and the deceased birds, were subsequently transferred to the custody of the Forest Department to face legal proceedings under applicable wildlife protection legislation.
