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Crime
Tikamgarh Patwari Suspended Over Illegal Mining Negligence
✍️ Amar Ujala · Madhya Pradesh
🗓 01 Jul 2026, 04:45 AM
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In Tikamgarh, Madhya Pradesh, a Patwari has been suspended for negligence in addressing illegal sand mining activities. The action follows a viral video and confirmation of lax oversight.
The District Collector of Tikamgarh, Vivek Shruti, has ordered the immediate suspension of Jitendra Biratharia, the Patwari for Tanga village. The disciplinary action stems from negligence in handling reports of illegal sand mining in the area.
Concerns were reportedly amplified after a video documenting the illegal extraction of sand went viral on social media platforms. Subsequent inquiries by the administration revealed a lack of diligence on the part of the concerned Patwari in addressing these illicit activities.
The suspension underscores the administration's commitment to curbing illegal mining operations and ensuring accountability among revenue officials responsible for monitoring land use within their jurisdictions.
Concerns were reportedly amplified after a video documenting the illegal extraction of sand went viral on social media platforms. Subsequent inquiries by the administration revealed a lack of diligence on the part of the concerned Patwari in addressing these illicit activities.
The suspension underscores the administration's commitment to curbing illegal mining operations and ensuring accountability among revenue officials responsible for monitoring land use within their jurisdictions.