Aurangabad Mining Seizure: Two Hyva Trucks Fined Rs 25 Lakh
Aurangabad Mining Department seizes two Hyva trucks loaded with illegal gravel on NH-19 and imposes a massive Rs 25 lakh fine.
In a major crackdown against illegal mineral transportation, the Mining Department in Aurangabad, Bihar, has seized two Hyva trucks loaded with gravel. The enforcement action, conducted along National Highway-19, resulted in a massive cumulative fine of Rs 25 lakh imposed on the operators.
Intelligence-Led Operation at Gammon Bridge
The operation was launched following specific intelligence reports suggesting that trucks carrying illegally sourced gravel were being moved via the Gammon Bridge within the Barun police station area. Acting swiftly on this tip-off, a specialized team from the Mining Department moved to cordon off the area to intercept the illegal transport.
During the inspection, the authorities intercepted the vehicles and demanded the necessary transit documentation. However, the drivers were unable to produce any valid paperwork to justify the movement of the minerals.
Fraudulent Documents and Missing Clearances
The investigation took a serious turn when officials scrutinized the documents provided by the drivers. It was discovered that the transportation papers were entirely fraudulent. Furthermore, the vehicles were operating without:
- Valid Challans: No official receipts for the mineral load were present.
- ISTP Clearance: The vehicles lacked the mandatory Integrated Software for Traffic and Production clearance.
Due to these severe violations, the trucks were immediately impounded and taken to the Barun police station for further legal investigation.
Authorities Issue Stern Warning
The enforcement drive was carried out under the direct instructions of Vikas Kumar, Assistant Director of the Department of Mines and Geology. The operation was led on the ground by Mining Inspector Raju Kumar and Mithun Kumar, alongside Barun Station House Officer Ranjeet Kumar, supported by a significant police contingent.
Following the seizure, Assistant Director Vikas Kumar issued a stern warning to those involved in illicit activities. He stated that illegal mining and unauthorized transportation of minerals will not be tolerated under any circumstances and emphasized that such intensive inspection drives will continue across the region to curb illegalities.
At present, the two Hyva trucks remain in police custody as legal proceedings continue against the owners and operators.