Archive · 2 Aug 2025
Meghalaya Court Orders Vigilance on Cement Firm's Mining
The Meghalaya High Court told the state government to watch Amrit Cement, a limestone mining company, closely.
The court's action is due to claims that the company has been illegally mining.
Although the government had previously said the company did nothing wrong after looking into it, the court wants to make sure the company follows its mining license.
The court wants the Chief Secretary to make sure the license is used correctly and nothing illegal is going on.
Every three months, the government will report if the company is following the rules.
The company said it hasn't started mining yet with its current license.
Meghalaya High Court directed the government to monitor Amrit Cement's operations.
The order followed allegations of illegal limestone mining by the company.
The company obtained a mining license on January 11, 2023.
The government previously absolved the company of wrongdoing after an inquiry.
The court ordered the Chief Secretary to ensure proper use of the license.
- Who
- The Meghalaya High Court, Amrit Cement Ltd, and the Meghalaya state government.
- What
- The Meghalaya High Court directed the state government to monitor Amrit Cement Ltd's limestone mining operations.
- When
- The order was issued on Friday, August 2nd.
- Where
- East Jaintia Hills district, Meghalaya.
- Why
- Due to allegations of illegal limestone mining by Amrit Cement Ltd.
Accusations of Illegal Mining
Company's Compliance
Mining Activities
Accusations of Illegal Mining
Petitioner alleged that Amrit Cement was involved in illegal mining before and after obtaining a license.
Company's Compliance
The state government, after conducting an inquiry, absolved the company of any wrongdoing.
Inquiry findings
Accusations of Illegal Mining
The petitioner contested the inquiry's findings, claiming he was not heard during the inquiry.
Company's Compliance
The state's advocate general asserted that the company’s earlier purchase of limestone from private vendors was lawful and that no illegal mining had occurred.
- Court
- Meghalaya High Court
- Company
- Amrit Cement Ltd
- Issue
- Illegal Limestone Mining
- Location
- East Jaintia Hills district
- License Granted
- January 11, 2023
