Mysooru Mithra Epaper (Top-Rated)

Since this is an English request for a Kannada e-paper, I have written the article in English (as many epapers have English editions/briefs). If you need the Kannada script version , please let me know. Headline: Illegal Sand Mining Haunts T Narasipur; Locals Stage Roadblock

Villagers allege nexus between operators and local officials; DC assures inquiry mysooru mithra epaper

MM Correspondent

Locals specifically accused a former panchayat member of shielding the operators in exchange for a monthly "haulage fee" of nearly ₹2 lakh. "We have video evidence of trucks passing the check post without inspection. The officials on duty are either blind or bought," alleged Gowramma, a ward member. Since this is an English request for a

The protest was called off after the Tahsildar gave a written assurance to initiate a survey of the affected river belt. Meanwhile, the District Mining Officer remained unavailable for comment. "We have video evidence of trucks passing the

The protesters, including women and senior citizens, alleged that despite multiple complaints to the Mines and Geology department, no action has been taken against a group of sand mafia operators who have been extracting sand using heavy machinery during the night. "The constant thunder of JCBs and tractors has destroyed our riverbank. Our wells are drying up, and the bridge pillars are showing cracks," said R. Mahesh, a local farmer.