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Ludhiana: 25 sarpanches seek action over illegal mining
Twenty-five sarpanches and representatives from nearly 50 villages in the Sahnewal constituency submitted a memorandum to Ludhiana's deputy commissioner seeking an immediate halt to illegal mining. The action was led by Punjab BJP spokesperson Pritpal Singh Baliawal. He warned that villagers, along with BJP workers and panchayat representatives, would launch a permanent protest if illegal mining is not halted.
Why It Matters
The move highlights local political mobilization around illegal mining and raises concerns about environmental risk and flood potential in monsoon areas, potentially prompting government action.
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Memorandum submission to Ludhiana deputy commissioner demanding halt to illegal mining
May 6, 2026
Twenty-five sarpanches and representatives from nearly 50 villages of the Sahnewal Vidhan Sabha constituency submitted a memorandum to the Ludhiana deputy commissioner, demanding an immediate halt to illegal mining activities in the area. The submission was led by Punjab BJP spokesperson Pritpal Singh Baliawal. Baliawal warned that villagers, along with BJP workers and panchayat representatives, would launch a permanent protest if illegal mining is not halted. He warned that unchecked mining near river areas could create flood-like situations during the monsoon season and put nearby areas at risk.