Press Note
Baramulla | October 08, 2026
Continuing its sustained enforcement against illegal extraction and transportation of mineral material, Baramulla Police conducted coordinated action at different locations and seized vehicles and equipment involved in illegal mining activities.
During a night raid in the Jetty, Khawajabagh area, Police seized 02 motors and approximately 15 tippers’ quantity of illegally extracted sand. The seized material and equipment have been shifted to Veerwan near Pandit Colony and will be handed over to the Geology & Mining Department for further necessary action under the relevant provisions.
In a separate action at Kunzer, Police Station Kunzer seized 02 tractors carrying illegally mined material, bearing registration/chassis details CH-NHN3630 (SZSE740798) and CH-MBNBF53AF (KC7370).
Baramulla Police reiterated that strict action will continue against illegal extraction, transportation and dumping of mineral material, and all violators will be dealt with as per law.
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