Archive · 25 Jun 2025
Telangana Cancels Sand Mining After Corruption Allegations
The government stopped sand mining in a place called Kottapally because someone was taking out way too much sand.
A person named Praveen Kumar complained that the people in charge were digging too deep and stealing money.
They also had people stopping trucks and making them pay extra money.
The government listened and told them to stop.
The person who complained wants the people who did this to get in trouble and hopes it won't happen again.
Telangana government canceled sand mining permissions in Kottapally.
The decision followed allegations of illegal mining and extortion.
A social activist, Diddi Praveen Kumar, reported the illegal activities.
The contractor allegedly excavated beyond permitted depths and used private goons.
The Chief Minister ordered the District Collector to investigate and take action.
- Who
- Telangana government, mining contractor, social activist Diddi Praveen Kumar.
- What
- Cancellation of sand mining permissions due to illegal activities.
- When
- Following reports and public protests.
- Where
- Kottapally sand reach, Mahabubnagar district, Telangana.
- Why
- Due to illegal mining, extortion, and financial losses to the state.
Activists
Contractor/Officials
Extent of Illegal Activities
Activists
Illegal mining and extortion occurred.
Contractor/Officials
Contractor's defense, potentially downplaying the extent of irregularities.
Complicity
Activists
Corrupt officials and loopholes allowed the illegal operations.
Contractor/Officials
Officials denying involvement.
- Location
- Kottapally sand reach, Mahabubnagar district
- Action
- Cancellation of sand mining permissions
- Allegations
- Illegal mining and extortion
- Complaint Filed By
- Diddi Praveen Kumar
- Official Instruction
- CM Revanth Reddy ordered investigation
