Thane: The Kalyan revenue department carried out a crackdown on illegal sand mining in Mota Gaon Creek, Dombivli, and seized two barges and two suction pumps worth approximately ₹34 lakh. The seized equipment was subsequently destroyed on-site to prevent further illegal dredging.
Authorities Take Swift Action During Patrol
Officials from the revenue department said they were patrolling the creek stretch on Tuesday when they discovered two barges and two suction pumps engaged in illegal sand dredging. They immediately alerted their seniors and took swift action to curb the activity.
Labourers Escape, Equipment Seized and Destroyed
During the raid, labourers operating the barges and suction pumps managed to escape by jumping into the creek. However, the team seized two barges and two suction pumps, while another two barges and one suction pump were destroyed using a gas cutter.
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Operation Conducted Under Tehsildar’s Guidance
The operation was conducted under the guidance of Kalyan Tehsildar Sachin Shejal. Tahsildar Sachin Shejale said, "Our team visited and found that laborers were working on the barges and suction pumps. Upon seeing our team, they fled by jumping into the creek."
