Actor and Deputy Chief Minister Pawan Kalyan praised the documentary Planet Killers for boldly exposing the illegal red sanders network and the widespread destruction caused in the Seshachalam Forest. In a powerful tweet, he said the film presents a striking account of how red sanders trees were cut, smuggled, and transported with the support of organised international rackets. He noted that the documentary sheds light on the violent operations carried out by the mafia and the sacrifices of the forest officers who lost their lives protecting the region.
Pawan Kalyan strongly criticised the criminals operating behind political fronts, calling them a serious danger to society. He said these individuals built close connections with smugglers and used red sanders smuggling as a stepping stone to strengthen their political positions. He expressed concern over the way illegal activities were allowed to grow under political influence, causing massive damage to the forest and its endangered species.
He appreciated the documentary team for courageously revealing these harsh truths and for showing how the Seshachalam Forest and its rare red sanders trees were destroyed over time. He added that such efforts help raise public awareness about forest conservation and the threats posed by mafia networks.