03 tippers seized for illegal mining

SAS Nagar: Three tippers have been caught by Jeevanjot Singh, the sub-divisional officer of the mining department, during the surprise checking of his constituency.

2 tippers which were 1 single-x and 1 multi-x tipper were caught in connection with illegal mining near District Administrative Complex. One of these tippers contained about 200 feet of gravel and 800 feet of sand. 1 tipper was caught near Sector 79, which contained about 800 feet of sand.
When the sub-divisional officer demanded bills from the tippers, they did not furnish the bill and the material was found to be illegal. In view of which, these tippers were challaned by the sub divisional officer on the spot and the tippers were confiscated at Sohana police station. He said that continuous checks are being done regarding illegal mining.