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Monday, Jul 28, 2025
Quarry protest erupts in Malappuram as residents halt operations allegedly violating a Kerala High Court order. The ongoing quarrying has caused damage to homes, raising safety concerns, and prompting community action.
The most recent penalty of ₹1.55 crore was imposed in 2025, while another fine of ₹1.16 crore was levied between 2020 and 2022.
The rescue personnel had to evade rock pieces falling off the steep, craggy surfaces throughout the operatio
Police, fire and rescue teams, and the National Disaster Response Force (NDRF) were at the site
Ajay Kumar Rai (38), a native of Bihar who was operating the excavator, is reportedly still trapped.
Rescue operations are underway with efforts to bring in a crane and an NDRF team due to the risk of further landslips.
The development comes in response to complaints by the Mylam Panchayat.
Residents and political leaders strongly opposed the proposed quarry at Poredam Kannampara during a public hearing.
District Geologists have to ensure the implementation of the closure plan and issue a closure certificate.
The injured woman, Farbeena, was sleeping at her house when the rock struck her leg.
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