Mining Reforms

Decoded: Why the industry is unhappy with amendments to mining law

The latest amendments come with the Bharatiya Janata Party-led central government opening up key sec­tors for greater private investment

Boost to production and pvt investment as mining reforms get green signal

Centre removes distinction between captive and merchant mines, will amend the Mines and Minerals (Development and Regulation) Act, 1957 to enforce reforms

After commercial auction success, govt plans further mining reforms

Private sector likely to get entry into mineral exploration

Govt receives large number of suggestions on proposed mining reforms

A large number of comments/suggestions on the proposed reforms have been received by the ministry in response to public consultation notice, which are being examined in detail

Long-term benefits from mining law change

Unattractive on downturn in prices but increased exploration will lead to sustained access to minerals