Illegal Gravel Shipment Seized in Coimbatore

Officials from the Coimbatore Department of Geology and Mining seized a tipper lorry during a routine vehicle inspection on the L&T bypass road. The vehicle was found to be transporting approximately three units of gravel and stones without authorization.

The authorities impounded the truck as part of their ongoing efforts to curb illegal mining activities in the region. Further investigations into the source and destination of the materials are currently underway.