From daredevils to ‘anti-nationals’: Kanha's forest watchers face UAPA charges for ‘Maoist links’

Two forest watchers at Kanha National Park in Madhya Pradesh have been arrested under UAPA for allegedly aiding Maoists. Their detention has caused unrest among forest staff, leading to fears of being caught between insurgents and law enforcement. The arrests raise concerns about the infiltration of insurgents within wildlife sanctuaries, impacting both security and conservation efforts.
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