Illegal extraction and transportation of minerals

Police seizes 458 vehicles, arrests 459 persons during current year in Baramulla

November 01: Police in its ongoing drive against illegal mining in Baramulla have registered 177 cases and arrested 459 persons for being involved in extraction/ transportation of minerals during the current year. Moreover, 458 vehicles used in illegal transport of minerals which includes 210 Tippers, 238 Tractors & 10 excavators have also been seized from different areas of the district.

Baramulla Police along with the Mineral Department realised fine in lacs for illegal extraction/ transportation of minerals in the district.Police is committed to take action against violators who are taking undue advantage of night hours by extracting minerals illegally to the detriment of people health, the ecology and the revenue of the government. Community members are requested to come forward with any information regarding illegal mineral-related activities in their neighbourhood.