Office Address : GPOA-3, Netaji Nagar, Bhikaji Cama Place, New Delhi
Website :https://mines.gov.in
OFFICE OF THE MINISTER
| Shri G. Kishan Reddy | Minister | minister.mines@gov.in | +91 11 26773670, 26773671 |
| Shri Bakki Karthikeyan (IAS, MP..2012) | Private Secretary | pstomin-mines@gov.in | +91 11 26773670, 26773671 |
OFFICE OF THE MINISTER OF STATE
| Shri Satish Chandra Dubey | Minister of State | mos-mines@gov.in | +91 11 23070522, 23070524 |
| Shri Akhilesh Kumar Pandey (IRTS..2010) | Officer on Special Duty | mosgk-moma@gov.in | +91 11 23070524, 23385203 |
OFFICERS IN THE MINISTRY OF MINES
| Shri Piyush Goyal (IAS, NL.1994) | Secretary | secy-mines@nic.in | +91 11 26773601 |
| Dr. Veena Kumari Dermal (IPoS..1998) | Additional Secretary | veena.kumarid@gov.in | +91 11 26773604 |
| Shri Ashim Kumar Modi | Joint Secretary & Financial Advisor | jsfa.moc@nic.in | +91 11 23384211 |
| Shri Vivek Kumar Bajpai | Joint Secretary | vivek.bajpai@gov.in | +91 11 26773605 |
| Ms. Farida Mahmood Naik (CSS) | Joint Secretary | fm.naik@nic.in | +91 11 26773606 |
| Shri Kadam Sandeep Vasant | Joint Secretary | js-ncmm@gov.in | +91 11 26773607 |
| Shri Kulveer Singh Yadav (IOFS..2002) | Joint Secretary | jspolicy-mines@gov.in | +91 11 |
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
What is the Ministry of Mines?
The Ministry of Mines is the Government of India’s nodal ministry responsible for the exploration, mining, regulation, conservation, and sustainable development of mineral resources in the country, excluding coal, petroleum, and natural gas.
What are the main functions of the Ministry of Mines?
The Ministry is responsible for:
Mineral exploration and resource assessment
Mining policy formulation
Regulation of mineral development
Promotion of sustainable mining practices
Auction and allocation of mineral blocks
Geological surveys and research
Development of critical and strategic minerals
Which minerals fall under the Ministry of Mines?
The Ministry oversees minerals such as:
Iron ore
Bauxite
Copper
Gold
Manganese
Limestone
Diamond
Rare Earth Elements (REEs)
Lithium and other critical minerals
What is the Mines and Minerals (Development and Regulation) Act, 1957?
The MMDR Act is the principal legislation governing mineral exploration, mining operations, and mineral concessions in India.
What is the Indian Bureau of Mines (IBM)?
The Indian Bureau of Mines promotes scientific mining, mineral conservation, environmental protection, and regulation of mining activities.
What is the National Mineral Policy?
The National Mineral Policy provides the framework for sustainable mineral development, investment promotion, environmental protection, and efficient utilization of mineral resources.
What are critical minerals?
Critical minerals are essential for economic development, national security, renewable energy technologies, electric vehicles, electronics, and advanced manufacturing sectors.
What is the District Mineral Foundation (DMF)?
District Mineral Foundations are statutory trusts established to benefit communities affected by mining activities through development and welfare projects.
What is the Pradhan Mantri Khanij Kshetra Kalyan Yojana (PMKKKY)?
PMKKKY is a welfare programme funded through DMF resources to improve health, education, drinking water, sanitation, and infrastructure in mining-affected areas.
What is the role of Hindustan Copper Limited?
The Hindustan Copper Limited is a public sector enterprise engaged in copper mining, beneficiation, smelting, and refining activities.
What is the role of National Aluminium Company Limited (NALCO)?
The National Aluminium Company Limited is a leading public sector enterprise involved in bauxite mining, alumina refining, and aluminum production.
What is Mineral Exploration and Consultancy Limited (MECL)?
The Mineral Exploration and Consultancy Limited is a public sector enterprise specializing in mineral exploration, geological investigations, and consultancy services.
How can investors participate in India’s mining sector?
Investors can participate through mineral block auctions, joint ventures, exploration projects, mining leases, and mineral processing industries, subject to applicable regulations.
How can citizens access information about mining policies and mineral resources?
Citizens can access notifications, mineral auction details, exploration reports, policies, statistics, and publications through the Ministry’s official website and associated agencies.
How can I contact the Ministry of Mines?
The Ministry provides information on mineral policies, mining regulations, exploration activities, public grievances, and citizen services through its official website.
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