Guwahati, March 25 -- Following the recommendations of the Justice (retired) BP Katakey-led committee, the Meghalaya government has instructed the Deputy Commissioner of South Garo Hills to conduct a physical verification of the allegations surrounding illegal coal mining and transportation in the district.

Justice Katakey on Monday explained that after several individuals submitted complaints, the government formed an inquiry committee led by environmentalist Naba Bhattacharjee. The committee conducted an investigation and submitted its findings.

"The state government has now directed the Deputy Commissioner of South Garo Hills to carry out a physical verification and submit a report within a week," Katakey said.

Earlier, the Katakey ...