Srinagar, Dec 03: Police in Budgam, in coordination with the Mining Department, intensified action against illegal mining and unauthorized transportation of minerals across the district during November 2025, leading to arrests, vehicle seizures and financial penalties.

Officials said police teams from various police stations and police posts, under the supervision of senior officers, conducted sustained operations in multiple areas of the district including Khansahib, Suranhall Batpora, Beerwah, Narbal, Magam, Hardupanzo, Budgam, Charar-i-Shareif, Waterhail and Chadoora.

During the operations, police arrested twelve individuals on the spot for their involvement in illegal extraction and movement of minerals. In addition, six FIRs were registered against persons engaged in unlawful minin

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