Indian Bureau of Mines to Host Felicitation Ceremony for 5-Star Rated Mines

The Star Rating of Mines initiative, launched in 2014-15, has been instrumental in encouraging a competitive and positive environment among mine operators.

The Indian Bureau of Mines, under the Ministry of Mines, is set to host a prestigious Felicitation Ceremony in New Delhi on August 7, 2024, to honor the top-performing 5-star rated mines for the fiscal year 2022-23. This event will celebrate excellence in mining operations and recognize those who have excelled in adhering to high standards of performance and sustainability.

Union Minister of Coal & Mines, Shri G. Kishan Reddy, will be the Chief Guest at the ceremony, while Union Minister of State for Coal & Mines, Shri Satish Chandra Dubey, will attend as the Guest of Honour. Shri V.L. Kantha Rao, Secretary of the Ministry of Mines, will also be present.

The Star Rating of Mines initiative, launched in 2014-15, has been instrumental in encouraging a competitive and positive environment among mine operators. This program, which evaluates mining operations within the Sustainable Development Framework, aims to promote inclusive growth while ensuring the social, economic, and environmental welfare of both current and future generations. The national recognition provided through this program has motivated miners to enhance their operations, yielding benefits for the industry and local communities.

During the event, 68 mines that have achieved 5-star ratings for FY 2022-23 will be honored for their exemplary performance. Additionally, the ceremony will mark the launch of two new modules for the Mining Tenement System (MTS) Applications: the Final Mine Closure Plan module and the Exploration Licence/Composite Licence/Prospecting Licences module.

This event will not only celebrate outstanding achievements in mining but also introduce new tools designed to improve efficiency and transparency in the industry.