Ganderbal, 11th September:In its continued crackdown on illegal mining, Ganderbal Police, in close coordination with the Geology & Mining Department, today seized two vehicles involved in unlawful extraction and transportation of minor minerals.

The seized vehicles include:Tipper (JK01J/1091) and Tractor (JK16C/2965)

Both vehicles, illegally loaded with minor minerals extracted from Nallah Sindh, were intercepted within the jurisdiction of Police Station Ganderbal.

This action once again highlights the strong commitment of District Police Ganderbal, along with the Geology & Mining Department, to curb the menace of illegal mining. The drive is aimed at safeguarding the district’s natural resources and ensuring strict legal measures against violators.

Police have urged community members to cooperate in this drive by reporting any such illegal activities in their localities. Authorities have assured that the identity of informants will be kept confidential, and strict action will continue against those indulging in such unlawful practices.