Archive · 27 Jan 2026
Karnataka Minister Admits Illegal Sand Mining Involves All Parties
In Karnataka, the Home Minister said that important people from all political parties are involved in illegal sand mining.
An MLA named Karemma Nayak has been trying to stop this illegal activity in her area but has received threats.
She mentioned that illegal mining is harming farmers' crops.
The minister promised to take action and ensure the safety of the MLA and other legislators.
He also said that there are laws and a special task force to control such activities, but sometimes there are mistakes.
The government is planning to meet to discuss how to handle this issue better.
Karnataka Home Minister G Parameshwara admitted that big people from all parties are involved in illegal sand mining.
MLA Karemma Nayak has been receiving threats for raising voice against illegal sand mining in Raichur district.
Illegal sand mining is affecting farmers' crops like chilli and cotton.
The minister assured protection to Karemma Nayak and other legislators and promised to take action.
The government is planning to call a meeting to discuss measures to control illegal sand mining.
- Who
- Karnataka Home Minister G Parameshwara and MLA Karemma Nayak
- What
- Illegal sand mining involving big people from all parties
- When
- January 27, 2024
- Where
- Raichur district, Karnataka
- Why
- Demand for sand and financial gains from illegal mining
Government and Law Enforcement
Sand Mafia and Illegal Miners
Action Against Illegal Mining
Government and Law Enforcement
The government is taking measures to control illegal sand mining and has assured protection to legislators like Karemma Nayak.
Sand Mafia and Illegal Miners
Illegal miners continue to operate despite government efforts, threatening legislators and causing environmental damage.
- Location
- Raichur district, Karnataka
- Key Figures
- G Parameshwara, Karemma Nayak
- Issue
- Illegal sand mining
- Threats
- Karemma Nayak received threats
- Government Action
- Meeting to be called for solutions
- Impact
- Affects crops like chilli and cotton
- Legal Framework
- Mines and Minerals (Development and Regulation) Act
- Task Force
- Sand Task Force
