In a recent crackdown, 32 tourists were fined in Karnataka for engaging in illegal trekking to the Dudhsagar waterfalls. The tourists were found trespassing onto railway tracks through the forest to reach the popular waterfall destination.
Operation Details
According to officials, the operation was conducted by the forest and railway authorities. The tourists were caught during a joint patrolling exercise aimed at preventing unauthorized access to the falls. The fine was imposed under relevant sections of the Indian Railway Act and the Karnataka Forest Act.
Impact and Warning
The authorities have issued a stern warning against such activities, emphasizing the dangers of trespassing on railway tracks and the ecological sensitivity of the area. The Dudhsagar waterfalls, located on the border of Karnataka and Goa, attract many visitors but require proper permits for trekking.
