Archive · 28 Jun 2025
Maharashtra to Use LiDAR Drones to Monitor Mining
The Maharashtra government is using special drones with LiDAR technology to monitor mining.
LiDAR uses lasers to create detailed 3D maps of the ground, even in difficult areas.
This will help the government track how much material is mined, like stone and sand, to get the right amount of taxes.
Starting in Pune, the project aims to find illegal mining and ensure accurate records.
It will expand to other districts later to increase revenue and maintain environmental balance.
Maharashtra will use LiDAR-based drones to monitor mining activities.
The technology uses laser light to create high-resolution 3D maps.
The project aims to increase revenue and improve transparency.
A pilot project will begin in Pune district, covering 97 mines.
The initiative will expand to other districts in phases.
- Who
- Maharashtra government.
- What
- Maharashtra will use LiDAR-based drones to monitor mining activities.
- When
- The project will start with a pilot in Pune.
- Where
- Maharashtra, starting with Pune district.
- Why
- To increase revenue, improve transparency, and curb illegal mining.
Government
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Increased Revenue and Transparency
Government
Use of technology will increase transparency and curb illegal mining, increasing revenue.
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- Technology Used
- LiDAR-based drones
- Project Goal
- Monitor mining activities, increase revenue, and curb illegal activities
- Pilot Location
- Pune district
- Mines in Pilot
- 97
- Minister Involved
- Chandrashekhar Bawankule
