Kota Jambi, Dec. 13 -- The Berbak and Sembilang National Park Office conducted a joint patrol to eradicate nearly 99 hectares of illegal palm oil plantations inside the national park area.

"Encroachment control is carried out to protect the peat ecosystem. This operation aims to curb encroachment and maintain the sustainability of the national park's ecological functions," TNBS Head Yunaidi said in Jambi on Saturday.

He said the operation was carried out from December 4 to 10, 2025, targeting encroachment in the protected peat swamp ecosystem.

The operation took place at the Sungai Rambut Resort, under National Park Management Section Region I, located administratively in Sungai Palas Hamlet, Rantau Rasau Village, Berbak sub-district, ...