Tezu, August 6, 2026: Nearly two weeks after Divinity Jaagran News published a report on wood-based industries in the Tezu region, the news team conducted a follow-up field visit to observe the current situation.

During the inspection, the team observed that several sawmill premises in and around Tezu appeared closed at the time of the visit. One wood-processing unit, Tamla Lamp Mill, was found operational during the inspection. The report does not draw any conclusion regarding the legal status or licensing of any individual unit.

The follow-up visit was carried out to document developments after the earlier report published on July 23, 2026, which highlighted concerns relating to forest regulation compliance and called for appropriate action by the concerned authorities wherever necessary.

During the visit, Divinity Jaagran News also received a fresh complaint alleging the transportation of pine timber from Anjaw district without proper authorisation. These claims are currently under verification, and no official authority has confirmed any violation at the time of publication.

The news team has begun collecting information from local sources and has sought clarification from the concerned government departments. Efforts are also being made to examine official records and verify whether the reported timber movement complies with applicable forest laws and regulations.

The complaint has prompted public discussion regarding regulatory compliance, licensing procedures, and adherence to environmental laws governing wood-based industries. The matter also draws attention to the principles laid down by the Hon'ble Supreme Court in the T.N. Godavarman Thirumulpad vs. Union of India case relating to forest conservation and regulation of forest-based activities.

Divinity Jaagran News clarifies that the allegations mentioned in the complaint remain unverified, and no official agency has confirmed any illegal activity. The organisation has approached the concerned authorities for their response and will publish their version once it is received.

Divinity Jaagran News remains committed to responsible, factual, and impartial journalism. This field report is intended to present on-ground observations while ensuring that all unverified claims remain clearly identified until confirmed through an official investigation.

The matter remains under verification, and further updates will be published as and when verified information or official responses become available.