The Khyber Pakhtunkhwa government has imposed a 60 -day ban on mining activities in Kirk district to prevent the increasing incidence of illegal mining.
The Home Department has implemented Section 144, which forbids individuals and organizations from engaging in search of mining or gold during this period.
According to an official statement, the purpose of this decision is to protect life, property and environment.
Authorities noted that illegal mining not only causes significant environmental damage but also threatens law and order, in which some cases are linked to smuggling.
The Home Department has warned that violators will face strict legal action under section 188, including machinery and vehicle confiscation, fines, imprisonment, or both.
Officials reiterated that the move was taken to prevent illegal elements and protect the province’s mineral resources.