Scrap Reddys’ Mining License, Says Supreme Court Committee
New Delhi, Jan 7(DHNS):
The Centrally Empowered Committee (CEC), enquiring into illegal mining on the borders of Karnataka and Andhra Pradesh, has submitted its report to the Supreme Court on Friday.
The report states that six mining companies, including Obalapuram Mining Company of Reddy brothers, are mining illegally and recommended the cancellation of their licenses.
The committee says that the Reddys' mines extracted more iron ore than the amount permitted in their lease. It has said OMC should pay "exemplary compensation" for mining in reserved forest areas.
The court has given two weeks for filing objection against the report.