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In a major breakthrough against wildlife crime, the Forest Department in Mayurbhanj's Dhanchaturi area arrested two hunters after they were caught on AI-powered surveillance cameras inside the core area of Similipal. The operation comes as part of intensified monitoring efforts to protect the sanctuary's rich biodiversity.
According to reports, a group of eight hunters had entered the forests of the Podadiha Range within the Similipal Tiger Reserve for illegal hunting. Their movement was quickly picked up by AI cameras strategically placed inside the reserve, alerting forest officials.
Based on the alert, the Forest Department...