TWO TRACTORS AND A JCB SEIZED, FIR LODGED

TWO TRACTORS AND A JCB SEIZED, FIR LODGED

12-JUNE-ENG 1

RAJIV NAYAN AGRAWAL

BHABHUA------------------------Acting on a tip-off, the Mining Department in Kaimur seized two tractors and a JCB machine involved in illegal sand mining. An FIR is being registered in connection with the matter.

The government is continuously running a strict campaign against illegal encroachment and illegal mining in Bihar. As part of this effort, the Mining Department carried out a major operation on Thursday in the Ramgarh police station area of ​​Kaimur district.

According to reports, illegal sand mining was taking place in the Kudra River near Sadullahpur village. Upon receiving the information, Mining Officer Rukaiya Khatoon arrived at the scene with a police team.

During the inspection, a JCB machine and two sand-laden tractors were found to be involved in the illegal mining activity. Taking immediate action, officials seized all three vehicles. The seized vehicles were brought to the Ramgarh police station under police supervision.

At the time of writing this report, the process of registering an FIR against the seized vehicles was underway. Officials stated that the fine and further legal action would be determined after the case is formally registered.

It is noteworthy that Mining Officer Rukaiya Khatoon has previously conducted similar drives in various parts of the region, seizing numerous tractors and JCB machines involved in illegal sand mining.

The Mining Department's sustained action has caused panic among those involved in illegal mining. The administration has clearly stated that illegal mining will not be tolerated under any circumstances and that strict action will continue in the future.