Officials ordered to conduct joint operations against unauthorized mineral extraction and transport
Deputy Commissioner calls for immediate action to curb unlawful activities across East Singhbhum.
JAMSHEDPUR – District Magistrate and Deputy Commissioner Ananya Mittal chaired a crucial meeting of the District Mining Task Force at the Collectorate, issuing directives for a comprehensive crackdown on illegal mining activities.
Senior Superintendent of Police Kishore Kaushal, Deputy Development Commissioner Manish Kumar, and other key officials attended the meeting.
Mittal emphasized the need for immediate and effective action against unauthorized extraction, transportation, and storage of minerals.
"Conduct thorough inspections in your respective areas to curb illegal sand and mineral transport," the Deputy Commissioner instructed officials.
SSP Kaushal directed police and administration to take coordinated action under various departmental acts.
"Single-department actions are insufficient. We must use all relevant sections of the law against vehicles and individuals involved in illegal mining," Kaushal stated.
The task force was instructed to conduct joint operations at the block level.
Officials expressed dissatisfaction with lax enforcement in Gurabanda and Dumaria areas.
Immediate FIR registration was mandated for vehicles caught transporting minerals illegally.
The District Mining Officer was directed to ensure compliance with NGT guidelines and expedite the auction of seized sand.
This meeting underscores the administration’s renewed focus on combating illegal mining activities in East Singhbhum district.
