Illegal Coal Mining in Meghalaya | Don’t bow to political pressure

Shillong: The Meghalaya High Court has asked the Chief Secretary and Director General of Police (DGP) of Meghalaya not to come under political pressure in the case of illegal coal mining in the state.

The Meghalaya High Court has in fact warned the Chief Secretary and the DGP that they will be held accountable if illegal coal mining is found in the state.
The Meghalaya High Court, while hearing a PIL, said in its order, “The Chief Secretary and the Director General of Police (DGP) and all other police officials shall ensure strict compliance in this regard and any We will not bow down to political interference.” .

Further, the Meghalaya High Court has also directed the DGP to direct all Superintendents of Police in the state to ensure that “one ounce of illegally mined coal” is taken from their respective Do not allow passing through districts.
The Meghalaya High Court further warned that “SPs of all districts of the state should be served notice that if any illegally mined coal in the state originates or passes through their jurisdiction, they will be held in contempt.” “