The forests areas in Bhimber Gali, Bhatadurian, Nad, Adi, and other areas in Mendhar, Poonch, are witnessing a devastating fire. The blaze, ongoing for the past 12 days, has inflicted damage worth crores on forest property and resulted in numerous animal casualties. Local authorities, including the SDM, Forest Department, Wildlife Department, and local residents, are making concerted efforts to control the fire