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Telangana Forest Beat Officer who died in line of duty selected for national award
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Banoth Naveen went chasing suspected poachers through a reserve forest when he came in contact with a live wire
Forest beat officer Banoth Naveen, who was electrocuted by a trap laid by poachers in Bhadradri Kothagudem district in August this year, has been selected for a national award in recognition of his contribution towards wildlife conservation.
The 37-year-old officer, upon receiving a tip off, went chasing suspected poachers through a reserve forest in Burgampahad mandal of the district, when he came in contact with the live wire.
Principal Chief Conservator of Forests and Head of Forest Force Vinay Kumar recommended him for the award, in the category of ‘Frontline staff - Protection and Anti-Poaching’.
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