Bengaluru court clears Goa tourism minister in illegal mining case

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Goa Tourism Minister Rohan Khaunte has been acquitted by a Bengaluru court in a case related to illegal iron ore mining and transportation.

In 2012, a government-backed inquiry led by retired judge M B Shah reported that all 90 iron ore mines in Goa were operating illegally, lacking proper environmental permissions.

The case traces back to the early 2010s when allegations of widespread illegal mining activities emerged in Goa.

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Published On: 2025-03-07 @ 20:23:19 (3 days ago)

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