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Crime
Five Arrested for Illegal Mining in Jalandhar, Three JCBs and Two Tippers Seized
✍️ Amar Ujala · Jalandhar
🗓 12 Oct 2026, 12:32 AM
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Police in Jalandhar arrested five individuals involved in illegal mining operations and confiscated three JCB excavators and two tipper trucks. The seized equipment and suspects are now in custody for further investigation.
Acting on a tip-off, a team of Jalandhar police conducted a raid targeting illegal mining activities in the area. During the operation, five persons were detained on suspicion of involvement in unlawful extraction of minerals.
The police seized three JCB excavators and two tipper trucks that were allegedly being used for the mining work. The vehicles have been taken to the local police station for further processing.
A case has been registered under the relevant provisions of the Mines and Minerals (Development and Regulation) Act. Investigations are underway to identify any larger network and to determine the extent of the illegal mining operation.
The police seized three JCB excavators and two tipper trucks that were allegedly being used for the mining work. The vehicles have been taken to the local police station for further processing.
A case has been registered under the relevant provisions of the Mines and Minerals (Development and Regulation) Act. Investigations are underway to identify any larger network and to determine the extent of the illegal mining operation.