Bandipora police seize 5 vehicles in stringent crackdown on illegal mining

In a crackdown on illegal mining activities, Bandipora Police seized five vehicles laden with illicit mining materials.

Bandipora police today seized 04 vehicles & 01 bike while carrying illegal mining material at different places in the district.Action taken under MMRD Act through District Mineral Office, Bandipora.@JmuKmrPolice @KashmirPolice @DIGBaramulla pic.twitter.com/mygu0a5T9W

— District Police,Bandipora (@bandiporapolice) March 18, 2024

The action comes as part of a continued effort to curb environmental damage and ensure adherence to regulations.

The seized vehicles, which included four cars and one motorcycle, were intercepted at various locations across the district.

Following the seizures, the Bandipora Police Department took action under the Mines and Minerals (Development and Regulation) Act (MMRD Act) in collaboration with the District Mineral Office (DMO) of Bandipora.

The seized vehicles and materials have been impounded, and further investigations are underway.