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Tamil Nadu Mandates GPS on Mineral Trucks, Halts Permit Issuance
✍️ The Hawk
🗓 01 Nov 2026, 09:37 AM
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The Tamil Nadu government has declared GPS tracking mandatory for all mineral transport trucks and has stopped issuing new permits from today.
The Tamil Nadu government announced that all mineral transport trucks operating within the state must now be fitted with GPS tracking devices. This directive is aimed at improving monitoring and regulation of mineral movement across the state.
Under the new rule, the transport department has suspended the issuance of new permits for mineral trucks effective immediately. Existing permits are expected to remain valid until further notice.
The decision is part of the state’s broader effort to enhance transparency and curb illegal mining activities. Enforcement will be overseen by the state transport authorities.
Stakeholders in the mining sector are advised to comply with the GPS requirement to avoid penalties and ensure continued operation.
Under the new rule, the transport department has suspended the issuance of new permits for mineral trucks effective immediately. Existing permits are expected to remain valid until further notice.
The decision is part of the state’s broader effort to enhance transparency and curb illegal mining activities. Enforcement will be overseen by the state transport authorities.
Stakeholders in the mining sector are advised to comply with the GPS requirement to avoid penalties and ensure continued operation.