Allegations of illegal sand and soil mining from rivers in the border areas of Laukhaha and Lalmania police station jurisdictions in Madhubani district have once again surfaced. Local villagers have accused that soil and sand are being extracted in broad daylight from rivers including Bhutahi Balan and Munhara. Villagers state that the lack of effective action against this long-standing alleged illegal mining is emboldening those involved in the activity.

According to local residents, the extraction of soil and sand from river areas is not clandestine but allegedly continues openly. Villagers claim that tractors laden with sand pass through the police station area, yet no expected action is being taken by the concerned department, leading to public resentment. Villagers have expressed concern that continuous mining from the rivers could affect their natural structure. They warn that if the alleged illegal mining is not stopped in time, it could impact the form of the river and the surrounding areas.

Regarding the matter, District Mining Officer Ashwani Kumar stated that the complaint is being investigated. He also mentioned that the department is continuously taking action against illegal mining of soil and sand. In recent days, vehicles have been seized and FIRs registered in areas including Saharghat and Ghoghadia.