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Illegal mining: Police seize 14 vehicles, arrest 8 in Ganderbal, Kulgam

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GANDERBAL/KULGAM: In continuation of its ongoing drive against illegal mining, Police in Ganderbal Seized 06 Tippers involved in the illegal extraction/transportation of minerals. These vehicles (tippers) were seized in various areas of the district within the jurisdiction of Police Station Ganderbal.
This proactive approach to curb illegal mining has been actively taken up by district Police Ganderbal, thereby ensuring the individuals involved in such illegal activities are legally prosecuted. These seizures highlight the commitment of Police towards acting tough against these violators.
Community members are requested to come forward with any information regarding illegal mining activities in their neighbourhood. J&K Police assures complete anonymity and strict action against the violators as per law.
In Kulgam, police have intensified efforts to combat illegal mining activities and have seized 08 vehicles used in illegal extraction and transportation of minerals besides, arrested 08 persons involved in the commission of crime.
Acting tough against the persons involved in illegal extraction and transportation of minerals, a police party headed by SHO Police Station Qaimoh seized 06 Dumpers and 02 tippers bearing registration numbers JK14B-5645, JK03B-2234, JK03G-3214, JK05F-7211, JK03L-4788, JK19A-2088, JK13J-7160 and JK13D-8811 and arrested eight drivers.
Accordingly, cases vide FIR No.’s 52, 53 & 54/2025 under relevant sections of law have been registered in Police Station Qaimoh and further investigation is going on in all cases.
Police is committed to take action against violators. Community members are requested to come forward with any information regarding illegal mineral-related activities in their neighbourhood.

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