Yamuna sand mining: Mid-river digs to illegal ramps, NGT panel finds major violations
A National Green Tribunal-ordered inspection of Yamuna floodplains revealed large-scale violations by miners, including operating heavy machinery within the river's flow and exceeding legal lease boundaries. The joint committee's report highlighted administrative lapses and recommended urgent action against illegal mining and short-term leases.
A National Green Tribunal-ordered inspection of Yamuna floodplains revealed large-scale violations by miners, including operating heavy machinery within the river's flow and exceeding legal lease boundaries. The joint committee's report highlighted administrative lapses and recommended urgent action against illegal mining and short-term leases.
