Ensure Livelihoods First To Stop Illegal Coal Mining: Meghalaya Chief Minister
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Illegal coal mining: Meghalaya Chief Minister Conrad K Sangma said there are different laws to take action against those who are involved in illegal coal mining
Meghalaya Chief Minister Conrad K Sangma today said that without making alternative livelihood for coal mining workers, it is not possible for the state government to completely stop illegal coal mining and transportation. The government, however, will keep on with its efforts to stop this illegal activity, he added.
The Chief Minister said there are different laws to take action against those who are involved in illegal coal mining.
"Actions have been taken and thousands of cases have been registered. Chargesheets were filed against a large number of people found involved in illegal coal mining," Mr Sangma said.
