Two trucks impounded for carrying M-sand near Tiruchuli
Revenue authorities in Virudhunagar district impounded two trucks for allegedly transporting M-sand and stones illegally. This operation was initiated following complaints about miners not adhering to guidelines. The trucks were seized and handed over to the police for further investigation.
- ▪Two trucks were impounded for illegal transportation of M-sand and stones.
- ▪The operation was prompted by complaints regarding miners violating guidelines.
- ▪Special teams were formed by revenue and mines officials to address the issue.
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The revenue authorities in Virudhunagar district swung into an operation and impounded two trucks, which were allegedly transporting M-sand and stones illegally from quarries here on Tuesday. Following complaints that miners were moving natural resources without following the guidelines, the revenue and mines officials formed special teams. In Tiruchuli block, the officials said that there were number of quarries operating in and around Puliyuraan, Melakanda Mangalam and among other locations. After seizing the trucks, they handed them over to the police for further investigation.
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