Archive · 28 May 2025
Mining Scam in Sundargarh: Minister Vows Action
The government is cracking down on illegal mining in the Sundargarh district.
The Revenue Minister promised strict action against those who illegally mined and those who helped them.
A special team is investigating the illegal mining of coal, manganese ore, and iron ore worth around 39 crore.
The investigation covers illegal mining from Hemgir and Koida tehsils.
It is alleged that mining has been going on for years with the help of mining and forest officials.
A special investigation team has been constituted to look into the issue.
The government is taking this issue very seriously and promises that no one will be spared.
Revenue Minister Suresh Pujari vowed action against those involved in illegal mining in Sundargarh.
A vigilance probe was ordered by the Chief Minister into illegal mining.
A special investigation team is investigating illegal mining operations.
Illegal extraction of coal, manganese, and iron ore is under investigation.
Mining mafia are alleged to have been conducting illegal operations for years.
- Who
- Revenue Minister Suresh Pujari, Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi, mining officials, and the mining mafia.
- What
- The Revenue Minister vowed action against those involved in a mining scam.
- When
- Recently, following the Chief Minister's orders.
- Where
- Sundargarh district, specifically Hemgir and Koida tehsils.
- Why
- To address illegal mining operations and losses to the government.
Accused Miners
Government Officials
Complicity of Officials
Accused Miners
Illegal miners allegedly conducted operations for years with the complicity of officials.
Government Officials
Revenue Minister Pujari vows strict action against those protecting illegal mining.
- Minister
- Suresh Pujari
- District
- Sundargarh
- Investigation Ordered By
- Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi
- Probe Regarding
- Illegal mining operations
- Value of Illegal Mining
- Rs 39 crore
- Tehsils Involved
- Hemgir and Koida
- Items Illegally Mined
- Coal, manganese ore, and iron ore