Archive · 10 Jun 2025
Chhattisgarh Journalists Attacked While Probing Illegal Sand Mining
A group of journalists in Chhattisgarh were attacked by people believed to be part of the sand mafia while they were investigating illegal sand mining.
The attackers shot guns in the air, hit the journalists with objects, and took their cameras.
The attack happened near a river.
The journalists think that the local officials might be working with the sand miners.
Police have made a few arrests and are investigating.
Journalists investigating illegal sand mining were attacked in Chhattisgarh.
The attackers fired shots, assaulted journalists, and stole their equipment.
The incident happened near the Pari River, under Rajim police station jurisdiction.
Authorities registered an FIR and made two arrests following the assault.
Journalists suspect collusion between officials and illegal sand miners.
- Who
- Journalists and suspected sand mafia members
- What
- Journalists were assaulted and robbed while investigating illegal sand mining.
- When
- Monday
- Where
- Pitai Bandh sand ghat, Chhattisgarh
- Why
- Journalists were documenting illegal sand transportation
Journalists Demands and Concerns
Authorities Response and Investigation
Demands for Justice and Action
Journalists Demands and Concerns
Journalists demand attempted murder charges and legal action against the mining kingpins.
Authorities Response and Investigation
Authorities have promised strict action.
Official Complicity
Journalists Demands and Concerns
Journalists express concerns over potential collusion.
Authorities Response and Investigation
PCC Chief Deepak Baij questioned the officials' response, suggesting potential complicity.
- Location
- Pitai Bandh sand ghat, Chhattisgarh
- Victims
- Journalists Imran Memon, Thaneshwar Sahu, Jitendra Sinha
- Attackers
- Suspected sand mafia members
- Incident Type
- Assault and robbery
- Authorities
- Rajim police station
