Sacrifice of forest personnel must be remembered, says judge
A senior judge in Kalaburagi paid tribute to forest personnel who lost their lives in the line of duty. The event emphasized the importance of forest conservation and the need to support the families of fallen officers.
Why it matters
It highlights the often-overlooked risks faced by environmental workers and promotes public awareness regarding forest conservation efforts.
The sacrifices of forest personnel who have laid down their lives while protecting forests, wildlife and biodiversity should always be remembered, said senior civil judge and member-secretary of the Kalaburagi District Legal Services Authority Srinivas Navale.
Speaking after offering floral tributes at the memorial for forest martyrs at the Forest Bhavan on Court Road in Kalaburagi on Friday, Mr. Navale said that sincerely discharging one’s duty was the true form of dharma. Forest personnel continued to perform their duties risking their lives to protect forests and wildlife, he said.
Recalling the contribution of IFS officer P. Srinivas, who was killed during an operation against notorious sandalwood and ivory smuggler Veerappan, Mr. Navale said that Srinivas had worked to create environmental awareness among the tribal communities in the Gopinatham area and promote afforestation.
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