Illegal mining racket unearthed in Lingasugur quarry

Fresh revelations have surfaced about unauthorized mining activities at a quarry in Lingasugur, Karnataka. Sources confirmed that the mining operations were being conducted without obtaining mandatory clearance from the Department of Mines and Geology.

Taking serious note of the violation, the Lingasugur Police have registered a case and launched an investigation. As part of the probe, officers conducted an on-site inspection of the quarry to gather evidence and assess the scale of illegal activity.

Authorities are expected to take strict action against those responsible for bypassing legal norms. Further inquiries are underway to trace the individuals or entities behind the illicit operation.

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