Dossier
DFO
Coverage of DFO in the Nexus archive.
- Geo-tagging of forest locations raises concerns over trespassing
The forest department in Kozhikode flagged 23 Google Maps listings inside reserve forests as misleading, stating unauthorized map pins and uploaded photographs are encouraging illegal entry into protected areas. Officials warn of trespassing, public safety risks, and human-wildlife conflict, seeking removal of the listings.