Police seize 2 vehicles involved in illegal mining in Jammu’s south zone

Jammu Police has intensified its crackdown on illegal mining activities in the district. In a recent operation conducted in the South Zone, the police seized two vehicles found transporting mined materials without proper permits.

Jammu Police seized 2 vehicles involved in illegal mining in the South Zone of District Jammu. A tipper and a dumper were detained for carrying sand and crushed bajri without proper permits. Action taken with District Mining Officer's support. pic.twitter.com/tH8lRlOAD7

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The seized vehicles include a tipper and a dumper, which were found carrying sand and crushed bajri (gravel) respectively. Authorities pulled over the vehicles upon discovering that they lacked the necessary permits, such as Form A, which is mandatory for the transportation of mined materials.

This operation was carried out with the support of the District Mining Officer (DMO). The DMO will be taking legal action against the offenders in accordance with relevant laws.