GURUGRAMFormer Haryana Minister and senior Congress leader Karan Dalal has written to the National Green Tribunal (NGT), drawing its attention to what he called âongoing illegal and unrestrainedâ sand mining operations along the banks of the Yamuna river, particularly in the districts of Palwal, Faridabad, Sonipat, and Yamuna Nagar.He sought âurgent, firm, and exemplary actionâ against all individuals and entities involved.In a detailed nine-page letter outlining numerous violations, Mr. Dalal alleged a âsystematic and large-scale plunderâ of the Yamuna riverbed, orchestrated by a âpowerful, well-organised, and influential sand mining mafiaâ operating with blatant impunity.Published - June 22, 2025 01:24 am IST