India, Sept. 17 -- The Government of India has issued a release:
Project Status
Number of Projects
Amount (Rs. crore)
Sanctioned
4,70,020
1,09,938
Completed
2,92,156
49,973
Ongoing
78,809
30,512 (committed)
Overview
Minerals are a vital national resource. Their extraction generates revenue, supports industries, and creates employment. Yet the districts that host mines often carry high costs. Displacement, pollution and loss of traditional livelihoods weigh on the people living there.
India has built a dedicated mechanism to return a share of mining revenue to these communities. This framework operates through District Mineral Foundations (DMFs). DMFs collect statutory contributions from holders of mining leases. The Pradhan M...