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Attachment Attachment Attachment Attachment Pilibhit: Pilibhit Tiger Reserve (PTR) administration conducted a two-day cleanliness drive along Puranpur-Khatima highway during Wildlife Week 2026, clearing roadside waste that poses a threat to wildlife. Mahof range forest officer, frontline forest staff, local Bagh Mitras (Tiger Friends) and certified nature guides participated in the exercise. The drive was carried out on Monday and Tuesday along the stretch passing through the core forest of the reserve’s Mahof range.
Though the ecotourism season is scheduled to begin on Nov 1, the interstate highway sees frequent motorised traffic. Stay updated with the latest Bareilly news.
Forest officials said commuters often throw waste from moving vehicles, posing risks to wildlife. PTR divisional forest officer Manish Singh said discarded waste could have serious and sometimes fatal consequences for animals. The team collected large quantities of non-biodegradable waste, including single-use plastic, tin cans and broken glass bottles, from both sides of the highway. Attracted by residual food odours, herbivores such as deer frequently ingest plastic bags, leading to fatal intestinal blockages. Download the TOI App.