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News18
17-07-2025
- Business
- News18
UP govt deploys advanced technologies to curb illegal mining
Lucknow, Jul 17 (PTI) To curb illegal mining and transportation, the Uttar Pradesh government is deploying advanced technologies under the Integrated Mining Surveillance System (IMSS), a release said on Thursday. Mining activities are already being monitored through drones, geo-fencing, RFID tags, and AI-powered check gates. Now, the state is set to introduce 'Weigh-In-Motion' (WIM) technology to accurately track vehicle overloading. According to the official release, the Department of Geology and Mining has reinforced surveillance with multiple tech-driven interventions, including geo-fencing of mining zones, camera-equipped weighbridges, and RFID tagging of transport vehicles. Additionally, 57 unmanned IoT and AI-based check gates have been installed across 25 districts, all integrated with the directorate's command centre. The department has also sought the cooperation of the Transport Commissioner to facilitate the installation of WIM systems to strengthen control over illegal mining and transportation. Moreover, to enhance digital transparency in mining services, the state government has initiated the integration of its portal with the Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change's 'Parivesh' portal. This will streamline the monitoring of environmental clearance certificates and accelerate enforcement actions in mining regions, the statement added. PTI CDN MR First Published: July 17, 2025, 21:45 IST Disclaimer: Comments reflect users' views, not News18's. Please keep discussions respectful and constructive. Abusive, defamatory, or illegal comments will be removed. News18 may disable any comment at its discretion. By posting, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.
Indian Express
17-07-2025
- Business
- Indian Express
Drones, geo-fencing, RFID tags for vehicles: Govt taps technology to curb illegal mining
To curb illegal mining and transportation, the state government is deploying advanced technologies under the Integrated Mining Surveillance System (IMSS). Mining activities are being monitored through drones, geo-fencing, RFID tags, and AI-powered check gates, officials said in a statement on Thursday. Now, the state is set to introduce 'Weigh-In-Motion' (WIM) technology to accurately track vehicle overloading, promising faster operations and enhanced accuracy. The Department of Geology and Mining has reinforced surveillance with multiple tech-driven interventions, including geo-fencing of mining zones, camera-equipped weighbridges, and RFID tagging of transport vehicles. Also, 57 unmanned IoT and AI-based check gates have been installed across 25 districts, all integrated with the directorate's command centre. The department has also sought the cooperation of the Transport Commissioner to facilitate the installation of WIM systems to strengthen control over illegal mining and transportation, said the statement. The government is encouraging the use of drones for detailed surveys and real-time monitoring of mining areas. Institutions such as UP Electronics, UPDESCO and Shreetron India Ltd. have been invited to submit technical and financial proposals to aid this initiative. The drone technology is expected to enable precise tracking and swift action against illegal mining activities, the statement said. To enhance digital transparency in mining services, the state government has initiated the integration of its portal with the Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change's 'Parivesh' portal. This will streamline the monitoring of environmental clearance certificates and accelerate enforcement actions in mining regions. Weigh-In-Motion (WIM) is a modern technology that measures the weight of heavy vehicles, such as mining trucks or freight carriers, while they are moving. This system uses sensors embedded in the road to record the vehicle's weight, speed, and other data without stopping the vehicle. WIM saves time, improves efficiency and enhances road safety. In industries like mining, it helps prevent overloading, ensures compliance with rules, and supports better decision-making based on real-time data. The system instantly sends collected data for analysis, allowing operators to access information immediately. It helps reduce costs and minimizes environmental impact by promoting safer and more regulated transport operations.
