The Keonjhar Forest Department, along with the Patna Range mobile team, raided the residence of Jayamani Mahanta in Nuapada village. Based on reliable information regarding illegal timber storage, officials seized 60 pieces of Sal wood of various sizes. The total volume of the seized timber is approximately 0.62022 cubic meters, valued at about 1.5 lakh rupees. DFO Dhanraj HD confirmed that a forest crime case has been registered under the Odisha Forest Act. Further investigation is underway to determine the source of the wood and identify other individuals involved in the illegal trade. https://www.dharitri.com/keonjhar-forest-department-raids-jayamani-mahamanats-residence/ #creator program