A recent court case has caught everyone's attention in Thiruvallur, where illegal soil extraction has become a hot topic. Let's dive into what happened and what the court decided.
D. Vasantha Kumar filed a petition against the District Collector and other officials, demanding action against S. Vel Pandiyan. The accusation? Illegal extraction and sale of Savudu soil from a government lake in Perambakkam Village, Thiruvallur District.
"D. Vasantha Kumar wants the authorities to cancel any permissions given to S. Vel Pandiyan and impose fines for environmental damage."
The case was heard by Chief Justice Manindra Mohan Shrivastava and Justice G. Arul Murugan. They stressed the need for a quick investigation because the permission for soil extraction was about to end on September 25, 2025.
"The court ordered a fast investigation into the complaint, ensuring S. Vel Pandiyan gets a chance to explain his side."
The court closed the petition but made it clear that the investigation should be finished as soon as possible. They didn't require any payments from the people involved.
This case highlights the ongoing issues with illegal resource extraction and the need for strict enforcement of environmental rules.
