Srinagar, Sep 02 (KNO): As part of its relentless drive against illegal mining, Police in close coordination with the Geology & Mining Department, seized 12 vehicles (05 tractors, 02 JCB and 05 tippers) engaged in the illegal extraction and transportation of minerals, a police spokesman said on Tuesday.
The seized vehicles, loaded with illegally obtained minor minerals extracted from nallahs, were intercepted within the jurisdiction of PS Ganderbal, PS Lar and PS Kheerbawani of district Ganderbal and PS Yaripora & Qazigund of district Kulgam, a statement issued to the news agency—Kashmir News Observer (KNO) reads.
It reads that the cases under relevant sections of law have been registered at respective police stations and investigation has been initiated.
This decisive action underscores the strong commitment of J&K and the Geology & Mining Department in curbing the menace of illegal mining, it reads.
“Community members are earnestly appealed to extend their cooperation by sharing any information regarding such unlawful activities in their areas. J&K Police assures complete confidentiality of the informants and reiterates its resolve to take strict legal action against those indulging in illegal mining,” police said—(KNO)