Suo motu case against top Karnataka officials after Lokayukta raids expose illegal sand mining in Bagalkot
The Karnataka Lokayukta Police have initiated a suo motu case against several senior officials due to illegal sand mining activities in Bagalkot. This action follows complaints and a detailed report revealing significant violations of environmental and mining regulations. Investigations have uncovered substantial evidence of illegal operations, leading to surprise inspections and ongoing inquiries.
- ▪The case involves senior officials from the Mines and Geology Department and local government in Bagalkot.
- ▪A report indicated illegal sand mining in the Krishna river bed using heavy machinery.
- ▪During inspections, authorities found numerous vehicles and equipment engaged in illegal mining activities.
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The Karnataka Lokayukta Police have registered a suo motu case against several senior government officials, including the Director of the Mines and Geology Department in Bengaluru, the Deputy Director of Mines and Geology in Bagalkot, the Bagalkot Deputy Commissioner, and tahsildars of Badami, Mudhol, Jamakhandi, Hunagund and Ilkal taluks, over alleged large-scale illegal sand mining in the Krishna river bed.According to officials, the action followed complaints regarding rampant illegal mining activities in Bagalkot district.
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