Goa, April 3 -- In a contempt petition concerning the illegal sand extraction activities in Goa, the High Court has directed the North Goa Collector to issue a show cause notice to the Bicholim Mamlatdar. The notice demands an explanation from the Mamlatdar as to why he did not take timely action based on a report submitted by the Sankhali Talathi regarding the rampant illegal sand extraction at Virdi, located along the river Valvanti.

The case highlights concern over illegal sand mining in the region, which has been a subject of growing scrutiny due to environmental damage and regulatory lapses. The court's directive is a significant step in addressing the issue, and the next hearing on the matter has been scheduled for April 29.

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