COLOMBO – The Ministry of Environment has launched a major new task force to combat environmental crime across the country. The powerful unit is named “Wana Surakuma,” which means Forest Protection.
A New Fight Against Environmental Crime
The main goal of the Wana Surakuma task force is simple: stop environmental destruction.
This unit will quickly prevent and suppress all forms of environmental crime, including:
- Illegal logging.
- Wildlife poaching.
- Other attacks on natural resources.
Integrated Forces Join the Fight
This new task force is highly integrated and powerful. It brings together officers from several key agencies:
- The Department of Wildlife Conservation
- The Department of Forest Conservation
- The Police Special Task Force (STF)
- The tri-forces (Army, Navy, and Air Force)
New Public Hotline: Report Crime Now
The Ministry is urging citizens to get involved. A 24-hour public hotline (1995) has been introduced for immediate reporting.
Use the hotline to report any incidents of:
- Forest destruction.
- Illegal timber transport.
- Any other environmental harm.
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