Pulwama, August 19, Aug. 19 -- Allegations of continued illegal mining have surfaced from several areas of Pulwama district, with local residents questioning the enforcement of mining regulations and the response of the Geology and Mining Department. Residents alleged that unauthorized mineral extraction was taking place in Wuyan, Pampore, Mandakpal, Awantipora, Bohu, Darbagam Rajpora and other parts of the district. According to locals, some operators were allegedly carrying out mining in violation of conditions attached to government permissions, while certain activities were reportedly being undertaken without valid authorization. Residents said the alleged mining was affecting natural resources and changing the local landscape, beside...