Bangkok: Head of Doi Suthep-Pui National Park. Issued an announcement prohibiting entering forest areas in the national park from March 1 – April 30, 2024, warning that if you violate the practice of illegally burning forests and agricultural areas, you will face severe penalties of 4-20 years in prison.
Mr. Phuphichit Chuaybamrung, head of Doi Suthep-Pui National Park Chiang Mai Province Announcement prohibiting entry into forest areas In the area of ??the national park From 1 March 2024 to 30 April 2024, which covers the areas of Mueang, Hang Dong, Mae Rim and Mae Taeng districts to prevent illegal forest burning. but except service area outdoor recreation area Special activity zone Residence and place to eat including tourist attractions, waterfalls, or operational staff Can go in to make fire protection lines. in the forest area as usual
If violated, there will still be illegal forest burning. Or burning agricultural land within the park area is punishable by severe punishment: imprisonment from 4 to 20
years, a fine from 400,000 baht to 2 million baht, or both. And if there is a need to enter the forest area Always ask for permission. By contacting for permission Coordinate at the national park office. Or at the village headman’s office, write your name and address. and reasons for necessity And do not enter until you receive permission first
Source: Thai News Agency