Team Goemkarponn
SATTARI: The Goa Forest Department has booked 20 individuals from Karnataka and Maharashtra for allegedly entering the restricted Jalwane Waterfalls area of Mhadei Wildlife Sanctuary without authorisation through Parwad APC.
In connection with the case, forest officials have seized 16 mobile phones, including seven iPhones.
The Forest Department has issued a warning to tourists, trekkers and social media content creators against entering restricted forest areas without obtaining the necessary permission.
Officials have cautioned that violations of wildlife protection laws and unauthorised entry into protected areas will invite strict legal action.
The department has also warned against filming and circulating misleading content on social media concerning wildlife and prohibited forest areas, urging visitors to follow forest regulations and respect protected zones.
