Punjab News: The state government and the mining department are continuously taking strict steps to stop illegal mining activities in Punjab. In this series, the team of Mining Department in Ludhiana district took major action and caught on the spot a Poklane machine and a tipper being used in illegal mining. The department team has seized both the vehicles and handed them over to the police. The police have also registered an FIR in this matter.
Poklane machine and tipper caught in Rasulpur village
Punjab Mining and Geology Minister Barinder Kumar Goyal said that mining department teams are continuously patrolling and investigating to stop illegal mining in the state. Raids are also being conducted by the department in different areas, so that action can be taken against those who violate government rules.
Under this campaign, the team of Mining Department was patrolling in village Rasoolpur of Ludhiana district. During this, the team found a Poklane machine and a tipper being used in illegal mining activity. The team caught both of them on the spot without any delay. After this, the departmental officials completed the necessary legal process and handed over the Poklane machine and tipper to the police.
Police registered FIR
In this case, the police have registered FIR number 200 under relevant legal sections at Ladhowal police station. It is clear from this action of the Mining Department that the cases of illegal mining are being taken seriously in the state. The teams of the department are being instructed to continuously monitor and take action against those who violate the rules.
Minister's strict warning to those doing illegal mining
Minister Barinder Kumar Goyal made it clear that illegal mining will not be tolerated in Punjab at any cost. He said that strict legal action will continue against those who violate government rules and mine. The objective of the government is to protect natural resources and ensure proper compliance with the rules related to mining.
He also informed that the Mining Department is continuously patrolling, investigating and monitoring different areas. Teams of officers are keeping an eye on illegal activities, so that such incidents can be stopped in time.
The campaign will continue further
The Punjab government has decided to intensify its action to stop illegal mining. The Mining Department will continue to conduct investigations and raids in various areas in the times to come. The government says that its priority is to ensure the protection of natural resources and compliance with government rules. This action taken in Rasoolpur, Ludhiana is part of this campaign.