SRINAGAR: In a significant move to combat illegal mining and protect the natural resources of Jammu and Kashmir, the Directorate of Geology and Mining, Jammu has issued a circular introducing a zero tolerance policy towards illegal mining activities in the region.
The circular, issued by the government department responsible for overseeing mining operations, emphasizes the need for strict adherence to existing mining regulations and the preservation of the state's mineral wealth.
Under the new policy, any form of unauthorized mining activity, including extraction and transportation of minerals without valid licenses, will be met with severe penalties and legal action.
The Directorate of Geology and Mining concerned over the rising incidents of illegal mining, which have not only caused significant environmental degradation but also resulted in substantial revenue losses for the state.
To ensure effective implementation of the zero tolerance policy, the District Mineral Officers (Member Secretary Multi-Departmental Task Force Cell) has planned a series of measures, including enhanced surveillance and monitoring of mining areas, strict enforcement of licensing procedures, and coordination with law enforcement agencies including seizure of machines used for illegal extraction or mining.
The order has come after J&K Minor Mineral Concession Rules 2016 against the violations which has not been proving as a complete deterrent against the menace.
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