Hamirpur (HP), Jul 17 (PTI) Two Forest Department personnel who rescued over 100 snakes last year were honoured on the occasion of World Snake Day here on Wednesday.
Six people have died due to snake bites so far in the current monsoon season since June 20. According to the state emergency operation centre, two deaths each were reported in Bilaspur and Hamirpur districts and one each in Kangra and Una districts.
Suresh Kumar rescued 60 snakes last year while Vinod Kumar rescued 45. Principal Chief Conservator of Forests Sameer Rastogi honoured the two, who were also awarded commendation letters and certificates by the Forest Department.
During the programme, the field staff of the Forest Department were honoured for their commendable services, especially those working for the conservation of snakes. They were given digital certificates.
Addressing the officers and employees of the department, Rastogi talked about the importance of snakes and their contribution to ecological balance. PTI COR BPL KSS KSS
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