Hyderabad: Martyred Forest Officer Naveen Posthumously Awarded National Honor by Union Ministry

The Union Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change has announced a prestigious national award for Telangana Forest Beat Officer Banothu Naveen, who sacrificed his life in the line of duty. According to Hyderabad forest department sources, the national recognition was conferred under the 'Frontline Staff – Protection and Anti-Poaching' category.

Naveen was posted in the Cheruvu Singaram West Beat of Musalimadugu section within the Palvancha Range in Bhadradri Kothagudem district. He lost his life while actively engaging in wildlife protection and conservation duties in the region.

Telangana Head of Forest Forces Vinay Kumar brought Naveen's supreme sacrifice and dedication to the attention of the Central Government, leading to the selection. Forest department officials noted that this national award stands as a recognition of discipline and dedication, inspiring frontline forest staff across the state.