The Supreme Court has issued strict directions including CCTV monitoring and GPS tracking to stop illegal sand mining in the Chambal Sanctuary. It warned of harsh action, including a complete mining ban and central force deployment, if authorities fail to act.
The Supreme Court of India strongly criticised authorities in Madhya Pradesh and Rajasthan for failing to curb illegal sand mining, calling it a “sad state of affairs.” The Court raised serious concerns over officer safety, environmental damage, and possible State-mafia collusion.
