Residents Raise Concerns Over Illegal Clay and Sand Extraction in Assam's Bajali and Palasbari

In Assam, residents have raised concerns over illegal extraction of clay and sand in Bajali and Palasbari areas, respectively. In Bajali's Pahumara riverbed, unregulated clay mining reportedly damages the river ecosystem and causes dust pollution, affecting public health and daily travel. In Palasbari, heavy machinery is allegedly used for sand mining on agricultural lands within forest division jurisdiction, leading to soil erosion and loss of productivity. Locals criticize authorities for lack of enforcement and call for investigations into the ongoing activities.