Sand, laterite stone shortage leaves construction industry reeling

Dakshina Kannada's construction industry faces a standstill due to a severe shortage of sand and laterite stones. The sand scarcity stems from a rainy season extraction ban and strict enforcement against illegal trade. Simultaneously, laterite stone contractors protest against a steep quarrying fee hike, leading to industry-wide disruptions and prompting calls for government intervention to resolve the material shortage.

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