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Crime
Jharkhand HC Criticizes CID for Slow Progress on Tree Felling Case
✍️ The Avenue Mail
🗓 01 Jul 2026, 01:16 AM
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The Jharkhand High Court has expressed strong disapproval of the Criminal Investigation Department (CID) for its delayed investigation into the felling of trees during the COVID-19 lockdown period.
The Jharkhand High Court has sharply criticized the state's Criminal Investigation Department (CID) for its lack of progress in the investigation concerning the felling of trees. The court's observations came during a hearing related to the case, highlighting concerns over the prolonged delay in the probe.
The judiciary has expressed dissatisfaction with the CID's handling of the matter, particularly its pace in uncovering facts and bringing the investigation to a conclusion. The felling of trees, which occurred during the COVID-19 lockdown, has been a subject of judicial scrutiny.
This judicial reprimand underscores the court's expectation for swift and effective investigation by law enforcement agencies, especially in matters involving environmental concerns and potential violations during critical periods like the lockdown.
The judiciary has expressed dissatisfaction with the CID's handling of the matter, particularly its pace in uncovering facts and bringing the investigation to a conclusion. The felling of trees, which occurred during the COVID-19 lockdown, has been a subject of judicial scrutiny.
This judicial reprimand underscores the court's expectation for swift and effective investigation by law enforcement agencies, especially in matters involving environmental concerns and potential violations during critical periods like the lockdown.