Rajasthan will deploy an AI-powered dashboard, drones, thermal cameras and satellite monitoring to curb illegal sand mining in the National Chambal Sanctuary following Supreme Court directives. The state will also introduce QR-based public reporting, joint enforcement teams and stricter accountability measures to protect the sanctuary. Jaipur, August 1, 2026: In a major push to curb illegal sand mining and strengthen environmental protection in the National Chambal Sanctuary, the Rajasthan government has decided.