Archive · 20 Jul 2026
Gujarat Forest Officer Dies Pursuing Timber Smugglers
A forest officer named Vikas Desai died in a car accident while trying to catch people who were stealing wood.
He was very brave and worked hard to protect the forests.
The government said they will find out what happened and will not allow people to steal from the forests.
Many people are sad about his death and are sending their condolences to his family.
Range Forest Officer Vikas Desai died in a road accident while pursuing timber smugglers in Gujarat's Tapi district.
Desai was chasing a vehicle carrying illegally felled khair timber when the accident occurred.
Gujarat's Forest and Environment Minister Arjun Modhwadia praised Desai's dedication and announced a thorough investigation.
The state government reiterated its 'zero tolerance' policy against crimes targeting forest resources.
Desai is survived by his parents, wife, and a five-year-old son, with condolences offered by senior officials.
- Who
- Vikas Desai, a Range Forest Officer in Gujarat's Tapi district
- What
- Died in a road accident while pursuing suspected timber smugglers
- When
- While on duty, specific date not mentioned
- Where
- Tapi district, Gujarat, India
- Why
- Chasing a vehicle carrying illegally felled khair timber
- Name
- Vikas Desai
- Position
- Range Forest Officer (RFO)
- Location
- Tapi district, Gujarat
- Cause of Death
- Road accident during pursuit
- Suspected Activity
- Timber smuggling (khair timber)
- Government Response
- Zero tolerance policy, thorough investigation
- Survivors
- Parents, wife, 5-year-old son