ANANTNAG, AWANTIPORA: Police intensified night-time enforcement across Anantnag and Awantipora, seizing 16 vehicles linked to illegal mining and conducting security and traffic checks.
In Anantnag, police seized seven tractors, two tippers and five dumpers allegedly involved in illegal mining. During security checks, 87 people were detained for verification. Police also seized or challaned 20 motorcycles found operating without valid documents and proceeded against 34 people for violations under the Motor Vehicles Act. Two vehicles with adverse antecedents were seized for detailed verification and further legal action.
In Awantipora, police seized two dumpers allegedly involved in the unauthorised extraction and transportation of minerals in the Bathen Khrew area. The seizure took place during naka checking by a police party led by the SHO of Police Station Khrew.
J&K Police said enforcement drives will continue to curb illegal mining, improve road discipline and maintain peace and security. Action will be taken against those found violating the law.


