JAMMU, April 10 -- In a major action against forest smuggling, Jammu Police successfully intercepted an attempt to illegally transport Khair wood in the Gharota area during the intervening night of April 9 and 10, 2025. Acting on alertness and vigilance, a police party from Police Station Gharota had established a checkpoint at Jandial Chowk. During routine checking, an auto load carrier bearing registration number JK02DD 6763 was signaled to stop. However, the driver attempted to flee, prompting a swift response from the police team, which intercepted the vehicle after a brief chase.
Upon inspection, the vehicle was found loaded with Khair wood pieces and twigs, suspected to be intended for illegal sale and transportation for undue profit...