It has come to light that unlicensed sand mining is going on in Khadipatta in Khed taluka. Three suction pumps are being used for sand mining. This sand is being smuggled. The villagers have expressed surprise as this matter is not brought to the attention of the revenue. A question is being raised as to who exactly is the winner in the sand mining that is going on during the rainy season. Roads are in deplorable condition due to sand transport vehicles.www.konkantoday.com