Fifty vehicles have been seized in Mahendragarh district since December 2024, with a total of Rs 33,52,600 in royalty and fines recovered; 12 FIRs registered
Punjab Newsline, Chandigarh, February 18-
The Haryana government is taking strict and continuous measures to curb illegal mining in the state. In Mahendragarh district also, the Mining Department, in collaboration with the district administration, is actively inspecting hilly and river areas. Since December 2024, 50 vehicles have been seized by the department. A total of Rs 33,52,600 in royalty and fines has been recovered from 10 vehicle owners. Cases have been registered against 21 vehicles that failed to pay the fine. Additionally, 12 cases have been registered against persons involved in illegal mining activities.
A spokesperson of the Mines and Geology Department said that as part of the ongoing campaign to curb illegal mining, Deputy Commissioner, Mahendragarh has formed inter-departmental teams in addition to the Mining Department. Furthermore, through the Superintendent of Police, strict instructions have been issued to the SHOs of all police stations to enhance surveillance and take legal action.