TANJUNG SELOR - The North Kalimantan Regional Police (Polda) has stated a firm stance against the rampant illegal mining activities which are considered increasingly uncontrollable and have the potential to trigger environmental damage and disasters.
The Kapolda of Kaltara, Irjen Djati Wiyoto Abadhy, emphasized that the practice of mining without a permit not only violates the law, but also has a wide impact on the sustainability of nature and the safety of the community.
"Illegal mining, in addition to violating the law, also has an impact on environmental damage and has the potential to cause natural disasters," said Inspector General Djati, Friday, April 24.
He ensured that the Kaltara Police would not remain silent. Legal action against illegal miners will be carried out firmly without compromise.
"We will follow up on this according to applicable laws. There is no tolerance for activities that damage the environment," he said.
However, the approach taken is not merely repressive. The Kaltara Police also encourage synergy with related agencies to prioritize persuasive steps through education and socialization to the mining community.
According to Djati, this effort is important to build collective awareness regarding the long-term impact of illegal mining activities on the environment.
On the other hand, the Provincial Government of North Maluku also took firm steps. Governor Zainal A. Paliwang issued Circular Letter Number 500.10.2.3/39/DESDM/GUB as a response to the proliferation of unlicensed mining.
In the policy, all business actors, government agencies, to related parties are required to use non-metallic mineral materials and rocks (MBLB) only from companies with official permits.
"Every business actor, government agency, and other parties that need materials such as soil, sand, stone, and the like must use materials from companies with official permits," said the statement in the circular letter from the Governor of Kaltara, Zainal A Paliwang.
In addition, the use of materials from illegal mines, including for projects sourced from the APBD and APBN, is strictly prohibited.
The government also reminded that mining activities without a permit are a criminal offense with a maximum prison sentence of five years and a maximum fine of Rp. 100 billion.
This firm step by the authorities and the government is a warning that illegal mining practices are not merely an economic issue, but also a serious threat to the environment and the safety of the community.
With increased surveillance and law enforcement, the public is faced with the choice of complying with the rules or dealing with the legal consequences that apply.
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