Rajasthan: Action initiated to attach assets of history-sheeter accused of illegal mining

Jaipur, July 14 (IANS) Intensifying its crackdown on illegal mining and organised crime, the Baran Police have initiated proceedings to attach the movable and immovable assets of history-sheeter Rajendra Vaishnav alias Raju, alleging that they were acquired through proceeds of illegal mining and other criminal activities.

Acting on the directions of Rajasthan Director General of Police (DGP) Rajiv Kumar Sharma, Baran Superintendent of Police Abhishek Andasu said the district police have launched action against criminals who have amassed wealth through unlawful means. A proposal has been submitted to attach assets allegedly purchased from the accused’s illicit earnings.

The operation was carried out under the supervision of Additional SP Kamal Jangid and Anta Circle Officer Pushpendra Singh Aadha, with Mangrol SHO Vinod Kumar Meena and his team identifying the assets and preparing the attachment proposal.

According to the police, the assets proposed for attachment include two tractors allegedly used for illegal mining and transportation, an under-construction house in Mundiya village, and a bank account allegedly used for financial transactions linked to the accused’s criminal activities.

Police alleged that Rajendra Vaishnav (40), a resident of Mundiya village under Mangrol police station limits, had been involved in illegal mining, theft, and extortion for several years and used the proceeds to accumulate substantial assets. The SP said the accused is a history-sheeter with multiple criminal cases registered against him at Mangrol police station as well as other police stations in the Kota Range. According to police records, he is facing six serious criminal cases.

Police said further legal proceedings for attachment of the identified assets are underway in accordance with the law.

–IANS arc/