Archive · 29 Jun 2025
Centre Vows Support for Northeast Mining and Coal Sectors
The government is promising to help the states in Northeast India find and use their minerals and coal to make money and create jobs.
They had a meeting in Guwahati, where they talked about how to do this while protecting the environment.
The government said they would help with money, approvals, and technical support.
They also opened a new office to help with the mining projects.
G. Kishan Reddy reaffirmed central support for mineral and coal development in Northeast India.
The Mining Ministers’ Conclave was held in Guwahati, Assam.
Representatives from eight North Eastern states presented strategies for advancing mining and coal sectors.
States called for increased central assistance to overcome challenges and realize their resource potential.
A new Indian Bureau of Mines regional office was inaugurated in Guwahati.
- Who
- G. Kishan Reddy, ministers and officials from the eight North-Eastern states.
- What
- Union Minister G. Kishan Reddy reaffirmed the government’s commitment to develop mineral and coal sectors in the North Eastern states.
- When
- During the 2nd North-East Mining Minister’s Conclave on Saturday.
- Where
- Guwahati, Assam.
- Why
- To create jobs, attract investments, and foster inclusive economic growth.
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Central government will provide assistance for mineral development and economic growth.
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- Location of Conclave
- Guwahati, Assam
- States Involved
- Eight North-Eastern States
- Key Focus
- Mineral and Coal Development
- Central Government Support
- Infrastructure, approvals, and sustainable mining practices
- New Office
- Indian Bureau of Mines (IBM) regional office inaugurated
Sources
36,000 sq km in NE identified with mineral potential: Geological Survey of India
G Kishan Reddy pledges strong central support for sustainable mining in North-East
Centre to strengthen mining infrastructure in North East states: Kishan Reddy