Illegal gravel mining in Vijayanagara district criticized

thehindu.com

Upalokayukta B. Veerappa visited Kallahalli in Vijayanagara district and found illegal gravel mining on private land. He criticized local officials for failing to act on the violations, which included mining without necessary permissions. Veerappa ordered immediate action against the illegal mining, instructing officials to register complaints and seize equipment used in the operation. He emphasized the importance of upholding the law and protecting public resources. Additionally, Veerappa inspected a solid waste management unit in Sanklapur, where he noted unsegregated waste. He directed officials to ensure that compost from the waste meets quality standards for agricultural use.


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