CHAKWAL, Pakistan, October 19, 2026: Wildlife officials in the Salt Range region of Chakwal have taken action against illegal hunting of partridges and quails, recovering a total of Rs270,000 in compensation in two separate cases.
According to a field activity report issued on October 19, the actions were carried out by wildlife staff on the special directions of DCWR Salt Range Syed Usman Ali Bukhari and under the supervision of ACWR Chakwal Mirza Abid Hussain.
Action Against Illegal Partridge Hunting
During routine field patrolling, wildlife officials arrested a suspect allegedly involved in the illegal hunting of partridges using a 12-bore gun. According to the report, the suspect confessed to the offence.
At the suspect’s request, the case was subsequently compounded by the ACWR Chakwal for Rs220,000 under the Punjab Wildlife Act 1974, as amended in 2025, according to the department’s report.
Two Arrested for Illegal Quail Netting
In a separate operation, wildlife staff arrested two suspects allegedly involved in illegally trapping quails using nets and ropes.
The report stated that, at the request of the suspects, the case was compounded by the ACWR Chakwal for Rs50,000 in accordance with the applicable wildlife law.
The two actions resulted in total compensation of Rs270,000, according to the field report.
Wildlife Protection and Enforcement
Illegal hunting and trapping can put pressure on wild bird populations and disrupt local ecosystems. Enforcement measures, combined with public awareness and compliance with wildlife regulations, are important for protecting native species and maintaining biodiversity in the Salt Range.
The department’s reported actions highlight ongoing field patrolling to address wildlife offences in the Chakwal region.
