KULGAM: Continuing its sustained crackdown against illegal mining activities, Kulgam Police intercepted and seized three vehicles and arrested three persons (Drivers) involved in the transportation of illegally extracted minerals.
Police party of police station Kulgam led by SHO police station Kulgam intercepted and seized three vehicles (02 Tractors & 01 Dumper) involved in the transportation of illegally extracted minerals. Upon inspection, the said vehicles were found to be carrying illegally extracted minerals in violation of relevant laws. All three vehicles were seized and the drivers were arrested on the spot.
In this regard, cases vide FIR No. 65 & 68/2026 under relevant sections of law stands registered at police station Kulgam and investigation has been taken up to ascertain further involvement and identify other persons engaged in such unlawful activities in both cases.
J&K Police reiterates its commitment to curb illegal mining and appeals to the general public to cooperate with law enforcement agencies by sharing information regarding such activities.
