Renowned environmentalist Rajendra Singh has alleged that the destruction of check dams in Telangana was a deliberate act to facilitate illegal sand mining. After inspecting sites in Karimnagar and Peddapalli, he urged the government to act swiftly to protect farmers and water resources
Tension flares at Maganoor’s Peddavagu stream as farmers and youth stop illegal sand mining by a private firm. Locals allege the activity was unauthorised and harmful to water supply. Officials halt the mining after protests escalate