Excelsior Correspondent
SAMBA, Mar 15: The Department of Geology & Mining Samba launched a comprehensive enforcement operation targeting illegal mining activities across the region, resulting in substantial penalties and seizures.
Led by the District Mineral Officer, Shiv Kumar Sharma, the vigorous anti-mining campaign identified and took action against 24 illegal operations, including stone crushers, mineral dealers, and unauthorized mining vehicles. The operation has already recovered Rs 7.50 lakh in penalties from offenders.
The enforcement drive specifically targeted 3 stone crushers operating illegally in Bein Nallah, 4 unauthorized Mineral Dealer Licenses near Basanter, 2 illegal overburden dumps in Supwal and Kangwala areas, 1 unauthorized gypsum dump in Rai Morh, 14 vehicles engaged in illegal mineral transportation across various district locations
The Department will continue its vigilance and enforcement activities to prevent illegal extraction of minerals throughout the district. Citizens are encouraged to report suspected illegal mining operations to help protect the region’s natural resources.
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