Goemkarponn desk
PANAJI: Minister for Forest Vishwajit Rane said that his department has taken aid from the Defence Ministry for in-principle approval of additional helicopters.
“We have taken aid from the Defence Ministry for in-principle approval of additional helicopters. It appears prima facie to be a man-made incident. As per the discussion with the Chief Minister last night, a detailed inquiry has been ordered,” said Rane.
He further said the responsible people would be taken to task and suspended.
“In addition, I have given stern instructions that anybody found entering the wildlife sanctuary or putting a fire will be arrested under the Forest Act,” he added.
He further said that the RFOs & forest guards posted in their respective areas must stay there 24/7 to monitor wildfires.
“I have instructed the DCF that his team will be responsible and will have to provide an explanation on whatever happens in the perimeters of the wildlife sanctuary,” he added.
