Police register case after attack on woman sarpanch over sand transport
Incident reported in Nagaram village of Palvoncha mandal
A woman sarpanch was allegedly attacked while attempting to stop illegal sand transportation in Nagaram village panchayat under Palvoncha mandal. The incident occurred on Sunday and has raised concerns over enforcement at the local level.
The sarpanch, identified as Swapna, intervened after noticing unauthorised sand transport activity within the village limits.
Confrontation leads to physical altercation
According to available information, Swapna tried to halt the movement of sand being transported illegally. During the confrontation, a tractor owner allegedly pushed her aside.
The situation escalated further when the accused also attacked her husband, Venkatesh, who was present at the spot. The altercation disrupted the attempt to stop the transport activity.
Action follows complaint
Following the incident, a complaint was lodged regarding the assault. Police have registered a case and initiated an investigation into the matter.
Officials are examining the sequence of events, including the alleged illegal sand transport and the attack on the elected representative and her family member.
Issue of illegal sand transport
Illegal sand transportation remains a recurring issue in several parts of the state, often leading to conflicts between local authorities and those involved in such activities.
The latest incident highlights the risks faced by local body representatives while attempting to enforce regulations on the ground.