Dossier
illegal sand extraction
Coverage of illegal sand extraction in the Nexus archive.
- Police warned of stringent action if they fail to curb illegal sand extraction and transportation
Police have been warned of stringent action if they fail to address illegal sand extraction and transportation. The directive emphasizes enforcing measures against these unauthorized activities.
- Lokayukta takes suo motu cognisance of illegal sand extraction in Bagalkot, finds widespread violations
The Lokayukta has taken suo motu cognisance of illegal sand extraction in Bagalkot and uncovered widespread violations. The investigation highlights significant breaches related to unregulated sand mining in the region.
- Dredging in Korapuzha river to resume
Dredging in Korapuzha river is set to resume after being halted in February 2026 due to mass protests. Residents and political parties had accused authorities of using dredging as a pretext for illegal sand extraction.