06-07-2025
Govt to honour top-performing mines for best sustainability practices
The
Indian Bureau of Mines
(IBM), under the Ministry of Mines, will felicitate the nation's top-performing mines at a national-level ceremony on Monday. The event, to be held at the Rajasthan International Centre, aims to recognise mines that have demonstrated exceptional adherence to sustainable and responsible mining practices under the 'Star Rating' scheme.
Union Coal and Mines Minister
G Kishan Reddy
is set to be the chief guest, with Rajasthan Chief Minister Bhajan Lal Sharma and Union Minister of State for Coal and Mines Satish Chandra Dubey attending as guests of honour. Additional Secretary in the Ministry of Mines Sanjay Lohiya will also be present, an official statement confirmed on Sunday.
The felicitation ceremony will honour three mines that have achieved the prestigious 7-star rating and 95 mines that have secured a 5-star rating for their performance during the 2023-24 financial year.
The 'Star Rating of Mines' initiative, introduced in 2014-15, plays a crucial role in evaluating mining operations within a comprehensive Sustainable Development Framework. This scheme is designed to encourage responsible mining by actively promoting environmental protection, social welfare, and economic development in mining regions. The ultimate goal is to foster inclusive growth for both present and future generations.
Officials have lauded the programme's success, noting its significant traction within the mining community. The initiative has fostered a healthy competitive spirit among operators, motivating them to adopt and implement best practices.
The Ministry of Mines highlighted that this national recognition has led to tangible improvements in overall mine management, yielding benefits for both the industry and the local communities reliant on these operations.
