Supreme Court Warns States on Illegal Sand Mining in Chambal Sanctuary
The Supreme Court has mandated strict measures to combat illegal sand mining in the National Chambal Gharial Sanctuary, which spans Rajasthan, Madhya Pradesh, and Uttar Pradesh. The court criticized the states for their inadequate response and warned of potential paramilitary intervention if inaction continues. It directed the installation of high-resolution CCTV cameras and GPS tracking for mining vehicles in vulnerable areas. The court emphasized the need for specialized patrol teams and urged states to take swift legal action against violators. The Chambal sanctuary is crucial for biodiversity, housing species like gharials and Gangetic dolphins. The court will review progress on May 11, with the possibility of imposing a complete ban on sand mining if states fail to comply.
Published 3 days ago • 17 Apr 2026, 05:38 PM IST