Ganderbal, October 15:Continuing its crackdown on illegal mining activities, Jammu and Kashmir Police in Ganderbal have seized eight vehicles, including six tippers and two tractors, involved in the alleged illegal extraction and transportation of minor minerals across the district over the past few days.

According to police, the vehicles were found extracting and transporting mining material without valid authorization, in violation of the prescribed norms. The vehicles were seized on the spot, and the matter was subsequently taken up with the concerned Geology and Mining Department, which imposed fines under the relevant provisions of law.

Police reiterated their commitment to curbing illegal mining and protecting the district’s natural resources. The public has been urged to cooperate with law enforcement agencies and report any such unlawful activities.

Ganderbal Police warned that strict action would continue against those found involved in illegal extraction and transportation of minor minerals.