Mudigere: 103 tourists detained by police for trekking in restricted forest area
Mudigere: In a police operation reported from the taluk, 103 tourists were detained on Saturday for trekking in the Bidirutala forest area of the Western Ghats without official permission.
The police team led by Banakal Sub-inspector Renuka and Baluru Sub-inspector Dileep Kumar reportedly intercepted the group that was trekking in the restricted forest areas in the Charmadi range of the Western Ghats and took the 103 trekkers into custody.
In addition, two tourist buses and two pickup vehicles were seized by the police.
The trekkers are employees of IT companies that are functioning from Bengaluru, sources have said.
Police are investigating further as it is also learned that the trekkers were guided by a local into an area prohibited for the public without the permission of the Forest Department officers, which was a violation of the law.
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Indian Defence forces committed to adapting to changing environment: CDS General Chauhan
Hyderabad (PTI): Asserting that war and warfare is at the cusp of a major revolution, Chief of Defence Staff (CDS) General Anil Chauhan on Saturday said the Indian Defence forces are committed to adapting to changing environment and imbibing reforms to remain ready and relevant.
Addressing the Combined Graduation Parade (CGP) of 216 Course held at the Air Force Academy at Dundigal near here, General Chauhan said India's strength rests on robust institutions, democratic stability, and unwavering professionalism of our Armed Forces.
He said the intensity of operations may have ebbed, but Operation Sindoor continues.
"You (new officers) also join the Air Force at a moment when a new normal has firmly taken shape. An era defined by a high degree of operational preparedness, 24-7, 365 days. The intensity of operations may have ebbed, but Operation Sindhur continues," he said.
He further said the newly trained officers are entering the Indian Air Force during a phase of deep transformation of the Indian Armed Forces.
Integrated structures, joint operations, and national pursuit of Atmanirbhar Bharat in defence are shaping the future of India's military strength, he said.
"Your journey ahead will be accordingly guided by Jai, the first word of Jai Hind, that's victory. 'J' stands for jointness, fighting as one nation, one force. 'A' stands for Atmanirbhar Bharat, trusted platforms and systems made not just for India but for the world. And finally, 'I' for innovation, daring to think ahead and to be ahead of the curve," he explained.
General Chauhan further said battles in the older domains will always remain contested, often brutal. But in the new domains, they will be smart, swift, and shaped by intellect, innovation, and initiative. The force that masters new frontiers is more likely to prevail in future conflicts.
