Protecting forests of Cameron Highlands

Sungai Ichat, which became polluted in September because of illegal land encroachment at Kuala Terla, and its surrounding area have been approved for gazetting as a forest reserve. - Filepic

KUANTAN: The Pahang government has welcomed the move to place security forces in Cameron Highlands to thwart illegal land encroachment.

Mentri Besar Datuk Seri Wan Rosdy Wan Ismail said the presence of Armed Forces and General Operations Force personnel was for the purpose of maintaining security throughout Ops Lestari at the highlands.