Dehradun, March 31 -- Illegal mining in Uttarakhand has become a hot topic of discussion and debate in the political and social circles in Uttarakhand currently. It may be recalled that former Uttarakhand Chief Minister and BJP MP from Haridwar, Trivendra Singh Rawat, has been actively raising state-related issues during the ongoing budget session of Parliament. After addressing concerns about avalanche and disaster management by the government, Rawat turned his focus to illegal mining in Uttarakhand. In response, mining secretary Brijesh Sant has issued a video statement today, denying the allegations.

It may be recalled that speaking in the Lok Sabha, Rawat had yesterday alleged that illegal mining operations are being carried out in D...