Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma recently stated that 220 rat-hole mines had been identified in the area. He directed the Mines and Minerals Department to close all such mines in consultation with central agencies.Dima Hasao Superintendent of Police Mayank Kumar Jha confirmed that a massive operation is underway to seal the mines on the instructions of the Director General of Police. “We are restricting access, dismantling, and seizing equipment, though the process will take time due to logistical challenges,” Jha said. Dima Hasao Superintendent of Police Mayank Kumar Jha confirmed that a massive operation is underway to seal the mines on the instructions of the Director General of Police. “We are restricting access, dismantling, and seizing equipment, though the process will take time due to logistical challenges,” Jha said.
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