Illegal riverbed mining inviting catastrophe: Assam tribal students’ body
- Posted on September 26, 2026
- By The Hindu
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The All Dima Hasao Students' Union raises critical concerns about unregulated riverbed extraction operations threatening the Dima Hasao region. This investigative report examines how indiscriminate mining activities accelerate soil erosion, deplete freshwater reserves, devastate local ecosystems, and undermine community-dependent livelihoods. Experts warn of cascading environmental consequences requiring immediate regulatory intervention and sustainable resource management policies.
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