Baramulla, Oct 31 (KNS): Baramulla Police, in coordination with the Department of Geology and Mining, have seized two tippers and a JCB machine for their alleged involvement in illegal mining activities in Nowlari area of Pattan in north Kashmir, officials said on Saturday.
During patrolling and naka checking, a police team from Police Post Kongamdara intercepted two tippers bearing registration numbers JK04H-3664 and JK04J-6924, along with a JCB machine, they said.
The Department of Geology and Mining subsequently seized all three vehicles under the relevant provisions of the Mines and Minerals (Development and Regulation) Act, 1957, and imposed a fine of Rs 36,897, they added.
Police said strict action would continue against those involved in illegal mining and the unlawful exploitation of natural resources.
Joint enforcement drives with the concerned departments would also be intensified to curb such activities and ensure compliance with mining regulations, they said. (KNS)
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