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Indore Officials Seize Poclain Machine, Dumper Over Alleged Illegal Murum Mining

A major action has been taken against illegal mining in Indore district, where one Poclain machine and one dumper were seized under the direction of Collector Shri Shivam Verma on 29 October 2026.

Dumper and excavator at a quarry site
Dumper and excavator at a quarry site · Image provided to News Darpan

A major action has been taken against illegal mining in Indore district, where one Poclain machine and one dumper were seized under the direction of Collector Shri Shivam Verma on 29 October 2026.

Mineral Officer Shri Jaideep Namdev said an inspection was ordered after information was received about illegal mining in village Baroli. During the inspection, a Poclain machine was found loading murum into a dumper.

The Poclain machine was identified as belonging to Hyundai company. It had no registration number and was stated to be owned by Baljeet Singh Bhatia. The machine was seized from its driver, Lalsingh Kashiram.

Officials also seized a dumper bearing registration number MP 09 HH 4529. The dumper was found being used to load mineral murum. It was seized from its driver, Akash Solanki, son of Mansingh Solanki.

Both vehicles have been placed in the custody of Police Outpost Dharampuri, Indore district. A case related to the illegal excavation of mineral murum has been registered, and the matter has been taken up for investigation, according to the information provided by the Mineral Officer.

Frequently asked questions

What vehicles were seized in Indore district?

Officials seized one Hyundai Poclain machine and one dumper over alleged illegal murum mining.

Where was the alleged illegal mining found?

The alleged illegal mining was found in Baroli village in Indore district.

Who ordered the inspection and seizure action?

Collector Shri Shivam Verma directed the action on 29 October 2026.

Where are the seized vehicles being held?

Both vehicles are in the custody of Police Outpost Dharampuri in Indore district.

What happened after the vehicles were seized?

A case related to the illegal excavation of mineral murum was registered and taken up for investigation.

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