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Jun 11, 2026PR #215

Honorable Minister for Natural Resources Dr. T.K. Prabhu conducted a review with various association representatives to ensure transparency in the operations of stone quarries and crushers, discuss their practical problems and actions to be taken by the Department of Geology and Mining, and ensure the availability of construction materials at reasonable prices without scarcity.

A review meeting chaired by Honorable Minister for Natural Resources Dr. T.K. Prabhu discussed ensuring transparency in stone quarries and crushers, guaranteeing uninterrupted availability of construction materials, addressing demands from association representatives, and preventing mineral smuggling.

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 27, 2026

Hon'ble Minister for Natural Resources Dr. T.K. Prabhu inspects quarries in Puliyooran village, Aruppukottai taluk, Virudhunagar district.

Dr. T.K. Prabhu, Hon'ble Minister for Natural Resources, conducted an inspection of stone quarries in Puliyooran village, Virudhunagar district, reviewing records and worker safety measures.

May 22, 2026

Honourable Minister for Natural Resources, Dr. T.K. Prabhu, orders inspection of all quarries across Tamil Nadu.

Following complaints of excessive stone quarrying beyond government-permitted limits and illegal operations in many places across Tamil Nadu, the Honourable Minister for Natural Resources, Dr. T.K. Prabhu, has ordered an inspection of all quarries and submission of a report.