Crackdown on illegal mining, 17 vehicles seized by JKP in South Zone of district Jammu

STATE TIMES NEWS

JAMMU: In a drive against illegal mining and to tighten noose against the violators, Jammu Police has initiated strict action against the criminals involved in illegal mining & minting money out of the public resources.

In an operation which was carried out at different locations in South Zone of District Jammu, Police Post Belicharana under PSI Rajesh Chaudhary detained 05 vehicles, including tractors, dumpers loaded with sand seized under illegal mining. Similarly, Police Post Chatha under PSI Karnail Singh seized 07 vehicles and Police Post Phallain Mandal under PSI Balbir Singh seized 05 vehicles loaded with illegally mined sand/stones.

In all, 17 vehicles have been seized in jurisdiction of Police Station Satwari of South Zone by JKP.

After detaining of these vehicles District Mining Officer was informed for necessary legal actions.

Jammu Police is committed for protecting the public property and to eradicate the menace illegal mining in the area.