Three held for murder of forest guard who tried to stop sand mafia tractor; two linked to BJP

Law enforcement authorities in Madhya Pradesh have apprehended three suspects in connection with the fatal attack on a forest guard who actively resisted unauthorized sand extraction operations. The investigation reveals alleged connections between two of the accused individuals and the Bharatiya Janata Party, raising concerns about potential political involvement in environmental crimes. This incident underscores the dangerous intersection of illegal mining activities and institutional corruption, highlighting threats faced by environmental protection officers enforcing conservation laws.