Early Times Report
DODA, July 21: Continuing its sustained drive against illegal mining and unauthorized transportation of mining material, Doda Police took prompt action against a vehicle found violating the prescribed mining regulations during a naka checking operation conducted by IC Police Post Karara along with his police team.
During the naka checking at Karara, a tipper bearing Registration No. JK14B-4553, driven by Naseer Ahmed S/o Shafi Ahmed Wani R/o Nagri, Doda, was intercepted and subjected to checking. The vehicle was found loaded with sand. During verification, the driver produced an e-Challan/Form-A valid from 20.07.2026 (5:49 PM to 10:49 PM). However, the vehicle had been intercepted and checked at 12:45 PM, well before the commencement of the validity period of the permit, thereby rendering the transportation unauthorized.
Accordingly, the vehicle was seized on the spot, and the matter was immediately reported to the District Mineral Officer (DMO), Doda through the Police Control Room (PCR), Doda for necessary legal action. Subsequently, the Mining Department imposed a fine of ?23,542 on the violator.
Doda Police reiterated its commitment to enforcing mining laws and taking stringent action against all those involved in the illegal extraction and transportation of mineral resources. Such enforcement drives will continue across the district to curb illegal mining, protect natural resources and ensure strict compliance with the law. The public has also been urged to report any instances of illegal mining or unauthorized transportation of mineral resources to the nearest police establishment so that prompt legal action can be taken against the violators. |
