Meghalaya Forest Dept Seizes Timber, Dismantles Illegal Sawmill in West Garo Hills

Recently, officials from the Meghalaya Forest Department conducted a raid in West Garo Hills, where they seized a substantial amount of timber and dismantled an illegal sawmill. The operation was part of a broader effort to curb unlawful logging and protect the state’s forest resources. Authorities reported that the dismantling prevented further illegal timber extraction in the area. The seized timber is slated for inspection and possible confiscation under forest laws. The incident underscores the department’s commitment to enforcing environmental regulations in the region.