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Crime
Supreme Court seeks Rajasthan report on forest ranger's death in Pratapgarh
✍️ Amar Ujala · Rajasthan
🗓 23 Sep 2026, 07:45 PM
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The Supreme Court has asked the Rajasthan government to submit a detailed report on the killing of forest ranger Pratap Singh Chundawat in Pratapgarh and to consider stricter measures against illegal mining.
The Supreme Court of India has taken up the case of forest ranger Pratap Singh Chundawat, who was killed in Pratapgarh, Rajasthan. During the hearing, the bench directed the state government to furnish a comprehensive report on all actions taken so far in connection with the incident. The court emphasized the need for a clear account of investigations, arrests, and any remedial steps already implemented.
In addition to the report, the judges instructed the Rajasthan administration to explore preventive measures aimed at curbing illegal mining activities that are believed to be linked to the ranger's death. The court highlighted that unchecked mining poses a serious threat to forest officials and the environment.
The order underscores the judiciary's willingness to intervene when law‑enforcement agencies appear to be lagging, and it places pressure on the state to act swiftly. No further details on the investigation have been released, and the government is expected to submit the requested documentation within the timeframe set by the court.
In addition to the report, the judges instructed the Rajasthan administration to explore preventive measures aimed at curbing illegal mining activities that are believed to be linked to the ranger's death. The court highlighted that unchecked mining poses a serious threat to forest officials and the environment.
The order underscores the judiciary's willingness to intervene when law‑enforcement agencies appear to be lagging, and it places pressure on the state to act swiftly. No further details on the investigation have been released, and the government is expected to submit the requested documentation within the timeframe set by the court.