The mining department and police conducted a joint operation near Digapahandi, Ganjam district, to curb illegal sand smuggling from the Bahuda River. Officials used a JCB machine to dig 5-foot deep trenches on the roads leading to the sand ramp, making it inaccessible for tractors and other vehicles. This action follows a recent seizure of a tractor and two loaded trolleys by the Nuapada police and mining authorities during a surprise raid on Wednesday. https://www.dharitri.com/mining-department-digs-sand-pit-to-prevent-smuggling/ #creator program