Bokaro: The CISF has intensified security checks across the coal belt at five key locations in the Bokaro-Kargili and Dhori areas of Central Coalfield Limited (CCL), deploying over 150 personnel in a late-night vehicle inspection drive aimed at curbing illegal coal-related activities and ensuring safe transportation of coal.CISF rapid response teams, striking reserve, quick reaction team (QRT) and intelligence wing were deployed at Deendayal Chowk, Makoli, Hindustan Pul, the turn near Karo check post, and the area near DD Mines.“Vehicles involved in coal transportation were stopped and their registration papers, permits and other transportation-related documents were scrutinised. Security personnel also kept a close watch on people found along the roads late night and monitored suspicious activities in the vicinity,” said CISF commandant Raj Pratap Singh.Officials said the drive was aimed at strengthening security around mines, sidings, and coal transportation routes while preventing coal theft, illegal mining, and other unlawful activities. Cases involving illegal mining may invite action based on facts and evidence under provisions of the Mines and Minerals (Development and Regulation) Act, the CISF said.
