Tamil Nadu geology, mining dept to conduct enhanced drone inspection to find illegal mining

Tamil Nadu's Geology and Mining Department to use advanced drones for quarry inspections. This follows recent physical checks that uncovered rule violations in 155 quarries. Minister T K Prabhu ordered immediate suspensions for non-compliant sites. Future inspections will be conducted with drones after notifying leaseholders. This initiative aims to prevent illegal quarrying and unauthorized mineral removal across the state.

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