Section 28 in The Orissa Kendu Leaves Manual, 1973
28. Loss or damage of keris.
- Where phadi adjoins a bustee, the Forester with the previous approval of the Range Officer will engage a labourer toward of cattle from trampling over the keris spread out to dry. The Choukidar at the phadi who is contingent employee may if convenient be employed for this purpose on wage basis. Displacement of keris by storm or terrential rainfall shall be promptly reported by the Munshi who shall take immediate steps to retrieve the keris so displaced. Any damage to the keris from hailstorm shall similarly be promptly reported. On receipt of such intimation the Range Officer shall make inspection to asses the loss and report to Deputy Conservator of Forests (K.L.) within 24 hours.
