early times report
Akhnoor, July 12: In a heartwarming display of environmental awareness and compassion, troops of the Gigrial Battalion, deployed along the International Border (IB), successfully rescued a pangolin one of the world’s most endangered and heavily trafficked mammals. During routine patrolling in a forward area, alert soldiers spotted the rare creature, vulnerable and far from its natural habitat. Recognizing the ecological importance of the pangolin and the threats it faces due to illegal wildlife trafficking, the troops responded with swift and responsible action. With utmost care, the animal was safely secured and subsequently handed over to the concerned wildlife and forest authorities for proper rehabilitation. |
