Pakistan: Illegal gold mining threatens Indus River water and biodiversity – ICSF icsf.net - get the latest breaking news, showbiz & celebrity photos, sport news & rumours, viral videos and top stories from icsf.net Daily Mail and Mail on Sunday newspapers.
Illegal placer gold mining along the scenic Indus River in the area of Nizampur, District Nowshera, has escalated to alarming levels, posing a dual threat to national assets and the delicate biodiversity of the region. Despite the presence of local authorities, these activities persist due to the influence of a powerful mafia operating with impunity. […]