While those involved in illegal mining activities have continued their trade, the district administration in Haridwar is also working hard to tackle this problem. While the district authorities continue to act against illegal mining, those involved in this illegal activity also continue to devise new methods to escape the actions of the authorities.
According to the Haridwar sub divisional magistrate Kusum Panwar Chauhan, those involved in illegal mining activities are being identified and actions are being taken against them.
She said that she had joined her current post on February 1. From then till November, about Rs 89 lakh has been collected in challan from those caught involved in illegal mining activities. In the first 12 days of current month, about Rs five lakh was collected in penalties from illegal mining operators. Observers appreciate the role being played by Chauhan in tackling ongoing menace of illegal mining activities in the district.