CHANDIGARH: Punjab Mines and Geology Minister Sh. Barinder Kumar Goyal today said that the Mining Department was taking stringent measures to curb illegal mining activities and safeguard natural resources. He said that regular raids were being conducted at various locations as part of the ongoing drive against illegal mining.
The Cabinet Minister informed that the team of Mining Department during its patrol this morning seized a Poclain machine and a tipper being used for illegal mining activities in village Rasulpur of Ludhiana district. The team immediately initiated legal proceedings and handed over both the Poclain machine and the tipper to the police. In this connection, the police registered FIR No.- 200 under relevant legal provisions at Ladhowal Police Station.
Sh. Goyal categorically stated that illegal mining would not be tolerated under any circumstances. The strict legal action would continue against those involved in mining activities in violation of government regulations, he added.
The Mines and Geology Minister further said that the department was maintaining continuous patrolling, checking and surveillance in the area. The campaign against illegal mining would continue with full vigour and strictness in the days ahead.