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#Government Action
Browse all announcements and press releases tagged with Government Action issued by the Government of Tamil Nadu.
May 29, 2026
Quarry violations: 67 temporarily shut down, 469 vehicles seized, illegal mining identified and government action taken
Following inspections across quarries in Tamil Nadu under the orders of the Hon'ble Minister for Natural Resources, 67 quarries operating with violations have been temporarily shut down. Additionally, 469 vehicles involved in illegal mineral transport have been seized, and illegal mining has been identified in 78 locations.
May 26, 2026
Honorable Minister for Natural Resources, Dr. T.K. Prabhu, orders temporary halt of 23 stone quarries operating with irregularities in Virudhunagar District
Honorable Minister for Natural Resources, Dr. T.K. Prabhu, ordered the temporary closure of 23 stone quarries operating with irregularities in Virudhunagar district. A total of 76 quarries were surveyed using drones, and reports were obtained.