Sultanpur Mining Raid Turns Violent: Naib Tehsildar’s Leg Broken in Attack
A revenue team was brutally attacked during an illegal mining raid in Sultanpur, leaving a Naib Tehsildar with a broken leg.
A midnight operation to curb illegal mining raid Sultanpur turned into a scene of chaos and violence on November 2, 2026. A government revenue team, attempting to stop illicit activities in Ramnagar Imiliya village, was brutally attacked by mining operators, leaving several officials injured, including a Naib Tehsildar who suffered a severe leg fracture.
Midnight Raid Sparks Violent Clash
The incident unfolded after an alert was sent to the SDM Sadar CUG number reporting active illegal mining in the jurisdiction of the Nagar Kotwali police station. Acting swiftly on the intelligence, a revenue team led by Naib Tehsildar Dharmendra Yadav was dispatched to the site to conduct a surprise raid.
As the officials arrived, the mining operators attempted to make a quick escape with their dumper vehicles. When the government team moved to intercept them and enforce the law, the suspects turned violent, launching a physical assault on the officers.
Officials Injured in the Assault
The confrontation left the revenue team badly battered. Naib Tehsildar Dharmendra Yadav sustained a broken leg during the attack. In addition to the Naib Tehsildar, two Lekhpals (revenue officials) who were accompanying him were also injured. All the victims were rushed to a nearby hospital, where they are currently receiving medical treatment.
Sultanpur District Magistrate Indrajit confirmed the details of the event, noting that the team had been specifically assembled to respond to the emergency call regarding the illicit operations.
Police Action and Legal Crackdown
The administration has reacted sternly to the attack on government servants. Two separate First Information Reports (FIRs) have been lodged—one by the injured Naib Tehsildar and another by the Mining Department. The suspects face serious charges, including:
- Obstruction of government duties
- Physical assault
- Criminal intimidation
Circle Officer (City) Raghavendra Singh stated that police have already recovered one dumper from the scene and have detained two individuals. To ensure the rest of the culprits are brought to justice, SOG units and additional police teams have been deployed for a manhunt.
Strict Consequences Ahead
The district administration has sent a clear warning to the mining mafia. Authorities have indicated that the perpetrators will face the full force of the law, with the potential invocation of the Gangster Act. Meanwhile, investigations are ongoing to determine the scale of the illegal mining operations and whether any permissions had been granted for the site.