Chandigarh, Feb. 23 -- The National Green Tribunal (NGT) has taken serious note of illegal mining and environmental violations in the Shivalik Hills and directed strict action against 13 stone crushers operating in Rupnagar district of Punjab.

According to a report submitted by the Punjab Pollution Control Board (PPCB), mining activities were being carried out illegally in forest and mountainous areas, and several stone crushers were found operating in violation of environmental norms in the district.

The PPCB informed the tribunal that action has been initiated against 13 stone crushers found violating environmental norms and indulging in illegal mining.

Among the units under scrutiny are Sat Sahib Stone Crusher and Screening Plant at...