Punjab Government Raids Illegal Mining Sites in Pathankot, Kapurthala, Anandpur Sahib

The state government of Punjab launched a series of raids targeting illegal mining operations across three locations: Pathankot, Kapurthala and Anandpur Sahib. Teams from the mining department, supported by police personnel, entered the identified sites early on Tuesday, aiming to disrupt unlicensed extraction activities. Officials reported that the operations were part of a broader effort to enforce mining regulations and protect the environment. The raids were conducted simultaneously to prevent miners from relocating their activities to nearby areas. Authorities have pledged to continue monitoring the region to ensure compliance with legal mining standards.