Crackdown on illegal mining in Durbuk, 10 vehicles seized

Durbuk: To curb illegal mining activities and ensure strict compliance with environmental regulations, Sub-Divisional Magistrate (SDM), Durbuk, in coordination with the Deputy Director Mining, Ladakh, conducted a major enforcement drive across the sub-division.

During the operation, authorities seized three JCB machines and seven transport tippers that were found operating without valid minor mineral transit passes. The action was taken to prevent unauthorized extraction and transportation of mineral resources.

The enforcement team also imposed substantial financial penalties on the violators based on the quantity of illegally extracted material, reinforcing the administration’s zero-tolerance approach towards illegal mining.

Additionally, strict warnings were issued to local contractors and commercial operators, directing them to adhere to all mining regulations and environmental protection guidelines. The administration emphasized that any future violations will invite stringent legal action.

The SDM Durbuk reiterated the administration’s commitment to safeguarding natural resources, maintaining ecological balance, and ensuring that all mining activities within the sub-division are carried out in accordance with the law.