Mines and minerals policy of Meghalaya- A document by the Department of Mining and Geology, Government of Meghalaya (2012)

This policy document by the Department of Mining and Geology of Government of Meghalaya, aims to facilitate systematic, scientific and planned utilization of mineral resources in the state. It also aims to streamline mineral based development in the state keeping in view protection of environment, land, health and safety of the people in and around mining areas.

The document has been divided in two parts and covers the following issues:

  1. Background
  2. Mission
  3.  Mineral Resources of Meghalaya
  4. Infrastructure for mines and minerals
  5. Regulation of mines and minerals 
  6. Objectives
  7. Mineral exploration
  8. Strategy for mineral development
  9. Mining practices
  10. Regulatory framework for mine development and mining
  11. Mineral administration
  12. Linkage of mineral development with mineral-based industries
  13. Research and development in minerals
  14. Export promotion
  15. Mineral development and protection of environment
  16. Mines safety and rehabilitation of affected people
  17. Stakeholder participation
  18. Reclamation & restoration
  19. Joint venture
  20. Welfare and social responsibilities
  21. Meghalaya minerals development fund
  22. Mineral related tourism
  23. Policy implementation
  24. Exemption
  25. Powers of the state government

A copy of the document can be accessed at this link

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