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Jharkhand: CBI conducted searches at 16 locations in connection with illegal mining scam

The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) launched a series of raids across 16 locations in three states as part of an ongoing investigation into illegal mining activities in Jharkhand.

ANI Nov 05, 2024 18:05 IST googleads

CBI officials seized cash, gold and silver jewellery during raids (Photo/ANI)

Ranchi (Jharkhand) [India], November 5 (ANI): The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) launched a series of raids across 16 locations in three states as part of an ongoing investigation into alleged illegal mining activities in Jharkhand, according to the CBI sources.
The raids were conducted as part of a case registered in November 2023, following a court order.
The operation spanned multiple locations, with 14 sites in Jharkhand, including 11 in Sahibganj and 3 in Ranchi. Along with one location each in Kolkata and Patna.
During the raids, CBI officials seized cash amounting to Rs. 50 lakhs, one kilogram of gold, and a quantity of silver jewellery.


According to the First Information Report (FIR), eight people have been named for alleged illegal mining of stone in Nimbu Pahar in Sahebganj.
This crackdown underscores the CBI's commitment to tackling illegal mining, an issue that has plagued several regions. Further investigation into the matter is underway. (ANI)

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