ANANTNAG: Police intensified night-time checking and patrolling in Anantnag and Awantipora to curb illegal mining, traffic violations and strengthen security, seizing 18 vehicles allegedly involved in unauthorized mineral extraction and transportation.
In Anantnag, police seized seven tractors, two tippers and five dumpers allegedly involved in illegal mining. During security checks, 87 suspicious persons were detained for verification.
Police also seized or challaned 20 motorcycles found operating without valid documents, while 34 persons were proceeded against for violations under the Motor Vehicles Act. Two vehicles with adverse antecedents were also seized for detailed verification and further legal action.
In Awantipora, police seized two dumpers allegedly involved in unauthorized extraction and transportation of minerals in the Bathen Khrew area during naka checking.
The action was carried out by a police party headed by the Station House Officer (SHO) of Police Station Khrew. The two dumpers were found engaged in illegal mining activities during the checking and were seized on the spot.
