Illegal mining of sand, gravel, and stone is causing significant environmental damage and disrupting life in Jaisinghpur, Kangra district. Residents report drying springs, reduced stream flow, and altered river courses leading to floods and infertile land. Farmers face declining crop yields due to soil erosion. Despite NGT and government directives, mining departments have failed to demarcate lease areas, allowing operations to exceed limits. Stone crushers reportedly operate excessively, disturbing residents.