SECOND NATIONAL CONCLAVE ON MINES & MINERALS FEB 17, 2017 NEW DELHI

Inaugural Session

The 2nd National Conclave on Mines & Minerals was inaugurated by Shri Balvinder

Kumar, Union Secretary of Mines, at 10.30 AM on 15th February, 2017 at Convention

Hall of Hotel Ashok, New Delhi. The Convention Hall with a capacity of 400

delegates was completely full with the overwhelming participation.

At the outset, Shri R. Sridharan, Spl. Secretary (Mines), GOI welcomed the delegates

and invitees. In his welcome address he briefed about the developments that have

been taken place since the 1st NCMM held at Raipur, Chhattisgarh, held in July,

2016 and narrated the objectives of organising this conclave which provides an

effective platform to receive feedback from the stake holders of the mining industry.

Secretary (Mines) inaugurates by lighting the lamp the 2nd NCMM and Shri R. Sridharan, Spl. Secretary

(Mines), GOI welcomed the delegates and invitees.

Speaking on the occasion, Shri R.N. Mohanty, Vice President, FIMI,

complimented the Ministry of Mines for organising 2nd NCMM. He expressed

concern for the continuous fluctuations in the mineral market, and that though the

MMDR amendment in 2015 has brought desired transparency but at the same time

feeling the pinch of the additional costs. He advocated for considering further policy

changes to improve the health of the mining industry.

While delivering key-note address, Shri Balvinder Kumar, Union Secretary

Mines expressed gratitude for the overwhelming response for the NCMM which

provides close interaction with the stake holdersmining industry to address various

issues and policy formulation.

He informed that during the current financial year upto December, 2016 the metallic

sector has witnessed 17.6% growth while 4% in that of non-metallic sector. Inviting

attention to the initiatives taken by MOM he informed that so far 21 blocks have

been auctioned which is likely to fetch more than 73thousand crores to the

Government exchequer. He further informed that in the coming months, the various

State Govts. are likely to put 280 blocks for auctioning. Lauding the efforts of the 11

State Governments regarding creation of District Mineral Foundation, Secretary (M)

informed that so far 5800 crores have been collected and these are being spent for

various schemes under PMKKKY. Under the National Mineral Exploration Policy,

100 mineral exploration blocks have been identified, out of these 30 each are being

further developed by GSI & MECL, 10 by Central & various State PSUs and 21

mineral exploration blocks are being proposed to be given to private sector. Under

the Obvious Geological Potential Areas, about 2 lakh sq. kms. Area has been

identified for aero-geophysical survey. He also highlighted the proposed initiatives

of the Govt. for accelerating mineral development in the country. In this regard, he

specifically mentioned about the proposed National centre for Mineral Targeting

which will provide opportunities for educational and research potential in the

mineral exploration. He has also mentioned about the National Geoscience data

repository being set up with the assistance of GSI. In future, the mineral regulation

will be carried out by IBM with the help of drones which will eliminate physical

presence. He also highlighted the two MOUs being signed between TERI & IBM

regarding preparation of action plan for remediation of abandoned mines and TERI

& NALCO on remediation of red mud. While elaborating regarding ambitious

project on Mining Tenement System being developed by IBM, he indicated that in

future all the life cycle activities of a mine will be available on the portal including all

statistical information. The project is expected to complete within 18 months and

already an award has been given to WIPRO.

As envisaged in the National Mineral Policy 2008, a Star Rating System of evaluation

has been developed under the frame work of sustainable development. The star

rating system gives a ready reckoner to assess the various initiatives made by the

mining industry towards sustainable mineral development.

Secretary (Mines) also highlighted the success of the Mining Surveillance System

(MSS) Project which is a handy tool for detection of illegal mining activities using

satellite imaginery. He mentioned that in January, 2017 and a Mobile App has also

been developed under MSS project through which a common man can also make

complaint regarding illegal mining activities.

As regards the ease of doing business, he indicated that MOM is being followed up

with Ministry of Environment, Forest & Climate Change to revise the guidelines for

exploration in mining in forest areas. He further emphasised that there is a need to

have single window clearance for various approvals has been taken up in the

Committee of Secretaries to GOI on Energy & Environment expressed hope on the

endeavour for grant of single window clearances.

Summing up, he also indicated that a vision document for mining 2030 is being

prepared in consultation with NITI Ayog which would provide a road map for

accelerated mineral development in the country.

Secretary (Mines) while giving key note address in the 2nd NCMM

SECOND NATIONAL CONCLAVE ON MINES & MINERALS FEB 17, 2017 NEW DELHI

Technical Session I: Auction Mineral Block &implementation of PMKKKY

Presentations on auctioning of Mineral Blocks & implementation of schemes under PMKKKY

By the State Governments –

1. Chhattisgarh,

2. Odisha

3. Maharashtra

4. Telengana

SESSIONS ROUND-UP

The session was chaired by Sri R Sridharan, SS and organised along with Sri

Sudhaker Shukla, EA as Rapporteur with Shri Rokhum Lalremruata & Smt.

Promodita Sathish in the panel on the dais. So far 21 mineral blocks in 7 states have

been auctioned with cumulative revenue of Rs.73360/- crores accruing to the states

over the lease period. The PMKKKY is aimed for developmental and welfare

programs in mining affected areas and will be implemented through DMF having

expected annual contributions of Rs.6000/- crores.

The first presentation was given by Ms.Reena Kangale, DMG,Govt. of Chattisgarh.

The salient points of the presentation are as follows:

1. The successful organisation of auction is a result of the holistic efforts of

forest,Mining and environment department and also by keeping the tender price

low.It was also emphasised that the State Government is proactive in addressing

the queries raised by the industry so far.

2. The Govt. of Chattisgarh is leading/first in the auction of Gold block and Minor

Minerals and also implementation of NMET.

3. It was also discussed about the blocks proposed to be auctioned in 2016-17 and

2017-18 with specific reference to the infrastructure development-Highway &

Railways.

4. Out of the lapsed applications under section 10A(2)( C), 13 blocks will also come

under auction inthe 1st phase

5. In the State of Chattisgarh,Rs.1042crore rupees has been received under DMF.

More than 31586 schemes have been approved under this scheme.

The second presentation was given by Sri S K Popli,Special Secretary,Govt. of

Odisha. The salient points of the presentation are as follows:

1. It has been informed that two blocks have been auctioned in the previous

year.One for Limestone and other for iron ore for setting up of Integrated Steel

Plant. Further, he shared his experience of auctioning during the previous year.

2. He also deliberated the readiness of State Govt. of Odisha for auctioning of

eleven blocks(09 for iron ore,01 Limestone & 01 Graphite).

3. Sixty two cases have been lapsed under section 10A(2)(c ) have been lapsed. Out

of these 18 have gone to court for appeal.

4. He also raised certain issues like exploration of Bauxite blocks by MECL through

NMET also requested Odisha Mining Corporation to be notified as an

exploration agency under section 4(1) of MMDR Amendment Act 2015.

5. Also informed about notification of rules under DMF. And also collected around

Rs.2000 crores. The thrust has been given on providing health & Sanitation, Skill

Development, Education as stipulated under the PMKKKY scheme. These funds

are supplementing the existing schemes as extra budgetary support and not

replacing the State budget.

The third presentation was given by Sri B R V Susheel Kumar,Director,Dept. of

Mines & Geology,Govt. of Telangana. The salient points of the presentation are as

follows:

1. He informed that 34 blocks have been identified for auction and three cases

which are lapsed under section 10A(2)(c ) of the Act.

2. Priority areas fixed as per the provisions of PMKKKY.Proportionate distribution

of amount has been made for various schemes.

The fourth presentation was given by Sri Apoorva Chandra,Principal Secretary

(Ind& Mining),Govt. of Maharashtra. The salient points of the presentation are as

follows:

1. He informed that 75% of Maharashtra is covered by Deccan Plateau leaving

less scope for mining areas.

2. The thrust is mainly on the Eastern part of State. Coal & Limestone are the

major Minerals.The State is preparing for auction of some of the major

minerals like Gold,Tungsten.He discussed about his previous experience

about auction.

3. Two blocks have been identified for exploration under funds provided by

NMET.

4. Advanced technology using remote sensing by way of 3D is being used for

curbing illegal mining and carrying out volumetric assessment in the mines.

Special Secretary sought Shri Prithul Kumar, Director, Ministry of Mines to apprise

Principal Secretary, Govt. of Maharashtra about the latest efforts of the Ministry of

Mines about the volunteric assessment of mining excavations, who informed that the

Drones have been tested on pilot basis in TATA Steel, which had been launched by

Secretary Mines recently, and have found been to be extremely accurate with error

restricted to below 3 %. Principal Secretary, Maharashtra welcomed the suggestions

& assured to utilise the technology.

The Meeting ended with Thanks to the Chair.

SECOND NATIONAL CONCLAVE ON MINES & MINERALS FEB 17, 2017 NEW DELHI

Technical Session II: Impetus to Exploration

Presentations -

1. Presentation on the exploration of blocks allotted to GSI, MECL & Central/State PSUs – By Shri Mohan

Raj, Dy DG GSI

2. Presentation on Incentive Scheme for attracting private explorers by SBICAP – By Shri SV Prasad, VP

SBICAP

3. Presentation on National Aero-Geophysical Mapping Project – By Dr Dinesh Gupta, ADG GSI

4. Presentation on NMET - Exploratory projects taken up - By Shri Gopal Dhavan, CMD MECL

SESSIONS ROUND-UP

The second session chaired by Shri Balvinder Kumar co-chaired by Sri R Sridharan,

Spl Secretary and organised along with Sri N.K.Singh, Joint Secretary, MoM as

Rapporteur and DG GSI- Shri M Raju & Shri Joyesh Bagchi in the panel on the dais.

The first presentation of the session was given by Shri Mohan Raj, DDG GSI on

exploration of blocks allotted various Government exploration agencies and public

sector enterprises. It was informed that 100 exploration blocks at G4 level have been

earmarked for exploration andupgradation to G2/G1 level by various agencies like

MECL, GSI, PSU’s and revenue sharing. The revenue sharing model of exploration is

planned to be undertaken for base and rare earth metals.

The second presentation of the session was given by Shri S.V.Prasad, V.P, SBI Caps.

He deliberated on the incentives scheme for attracting private explorers in the Indian

Mining sector. He also spoke of the contractual framework in this regard.

The third presentation of the session was given by Dr Dinesh Gupta, ADG, GSI on

the nation Aero geophysical mapping projects. He informed about the status of India

viz-a-viz other countries like Australia and African countries. Thus making the point

that India with a vast mineral potentiality, presently does not possess a country wide

baseline aero-geophysical data to share with the stakeholders.

The fourth presentation was on the project taken for exploration through National

Mineral Exploration trust. This presentation was given by Shri GopalDhawan, CMD,

MECL. He deliberated about the structure, constitution of NMET trust. He also

informed about the selection process of exploration blocks. . He also informed the

gathering about the status of Approval of the exploration blocks and the status of

projects taken by MECL.

The session ended with thanks to the chair.

SECOND NATIONAL CONCLAVE ON MINES & MINERALS FEB 17, 2017 NEW DELHI

Technical Session III: Sustainable Development Framework

Presentations

1. Presentation on innovative methodologies adopted for environmental impact mitigation - By SMIORE

2. Presentation on leveraging modern technology in mining - By HZL

3. Presentation on leveraging modern technology in mining - By TATA Steel

4. Presentation on socio-economic development of local communities - By NMDC

5. Presentation on Rehabilitation of mined out areas - By Gujarat Ambuja

SESSIONS ROUND-UP

The third session chaired by Sri R Sridharan, Spl Secretary co-chaired by Shri Arun

Kumar, Special Secretary, GOI and organised along with Sri Subhash Chandra, Joint

Secretary, MoM as Rapporteur along with Shri Manoj Kr. Singh, Joint Secretary,

Nikunj Bihari Dhal, Joint Secretary, Shri Prithul Kumar, Director & Shri Ranjan

Sahay, CG, IBM in the panel on the dais. The objective of this session is to showcase

the best practices being adopted by the Indian Mining Industry and share their

experiences. The best mines were selected from out of the 5 star rated mines to make

presentations about a particular important aspect of mining contributing for

sustainable development.

A Presentation on innovative methodologies adopted for environmental impact

mitigation was given by SMIORE (M/s Sandur Manganese and Iron ore limited).

The spending on corporate social responsibility was showcased to have been done

many times more than the statutory requirements. The holistic efforts to make the

villages free of open defecation free by way of not only constructing required

number of toilets but also providing for regular cleaning, maintenance, water & light

supply through solar panels. The efforts towards afforestation and dump

stabilization by coir mattings were showcased.

‘M/s Tata Steel’ in their Presentation on leveraging modern technology in mining

discussed about the unique practices being adopted by them like digitalization in

mining operations. Scientific exploration, mine planning, mining and beneficiation

to ensure mineral conservation. The efforts in reducing the tailings and containing

the ill effects of tailing were showcased.

In their presentation Hindustan Zinc Limited also showcased the modern

technology being used in drilling and blasting, mine planning and designing, bigger

fleet with real time management through Truck Dispatch System (TDS) , use of

modern machinery in underground mining.

A presentation on socio-economic development of local communities was made

by NMDC. It showcased the focus on education and skill development in the

neighbouring communitied of the belldilla iron ore mine. The initiative of ‘Saksham’

for the children with special abilities was appreciated and applauded. The free

access to the healthcare facilities for the local communities was also showcased.

A presentation on Rehabilitation of mined out areas was done by Gujarat Ambuja

shocaseing the 100% employments given to displaced peaople toworking towards

their socio-economic status and suatainable livelihood. Skill deveopment, public

transport facilities, recreational facilities and access to education for the community

were showcased.

The session ended with thanks to the chair.

SECOND NATIONAL CONCLAVE ON MINES & MINERALS FEB 17, 2017 NEW DELHI

Award Ceremony

Presentations

1. Presentation on TMRA Portal & Mobile App – Shri Sudhaker Shukla, EA

2. Presentation on Marine Blocks - Shri AC Dinesh, Director GSI

3. Presentation on MTS Implementation: Roles of State Government and Mining Industry – By Shri Ranjan

Sahay, CG IBM & Shri T Chattopadhaya, Director WIPRO

4. Presentation on MSS: Challenges & Way Forward – By Shri Prithul Kumar, Director MoM

5. Presentation on Star Rating System - By Shri Subhash Chandra, Union Mines Joint Secretary

6. Presentation on Mines receiving 5 star ratings award - By Shri Prithul Kumar, Director MoM

7. Vote of Thanks - By Shri Prithul Kumar, Director MoM

SESSIONS ROUND-UP

At the end of conclave award ceremony was held. Secretary Mines the Hon’ble

Minister of Mines (I/c) Shri Piyush Goyal was the Chief Guest. He gave a round up

of all the technical sessions in the conclave and expressed satisfaction with the

intense discussions and outcomes of the technical sessions. He expressed satisfaction

over the efforts being made by the States for auctioning and apprised that a total of

about 280 blocks will be put up on auction in the coming year by the mineral rich

states. He apprised that the State Governments are committed to expedite the

implementation of projects under the PMKKKY from the money being collected

under DMF. He was also apprised of the aero-geophisical suyvey is to be started

shortly. He apprised the Hon’ble Minister that the Star Rating of mining leases has

been started for implementation of Sustainable Development Framework (SDF)

which is a self-driven mechanism for compliance of statutory provisions and

adopting best practices. In first round 560 working mines have filed online

templates for Star Ratings out of which 32 mines got 5 star ratings which have also

been validated by IBM. He apprised that the best mines were selected from out of

the 5 star rated mines to make presentations about a particular important aspect of

mining contributing for sustainable development. The session on showcasing and

sharing of best practices will not only help the mining industry to implement the

SDF but also eliciting good public opinion about the mining sector across the

country.

Hon’ble Minister Shri Piyush Goyal being briefed by Shri Balvinder Kumar, Secreatry (Mines) at the

National Conclave

Then, Shri Sudhaker Shukla, Economic Advisor gave a presentation on

‘Transparency Auction Monitoring and Resource Augmentation (TAMRA)’.

TAMRA online portal and mobile app.

Shri Sudhaker Shukla, Economic Advisor gave a presentation on ‘Transparency Auction Monitoring and

Resource Augmentation (TAMRA)

TAMRA was launched by Hon’ble Minister for bringing transparency and efficiency

in auction of mineral blocks and securing speedy clearances.

TAMRA launched by Hon’ble Minister

Presentations on 100 ‘Marine blocks’ was made by Shri AC Dinesh, Director,GSI.

A presentation highlighting the importance of ‘Mining Tenement System (MTS)

Implementation and roles of State governments’ was made by Shri Ranjan Sahay,

CG IBM and Shri T Chattopadhyay, Director, Wipro Ltd. which was highly

appreciated by the Hon’ble Minister.

A presentation was made by Shri Prithul Kumar, Director showcasing the novel

‘Mining Surveillance System (MSS)’ developed by the Ministry through BISAG by

levraging space technology to curb illegal mining activities in the viscinity of

existing leases. He presented the challenges and way forward requesting the State

governments to develop quick response system for the triggers gebnerated in the

MSS and also aske miners to act as vigilante and report any illegal activities through

the citizen mobile app of MSS.

Two MOUs were also signed during the conclave (i) between TERI and NALCO on

remediation of red mud & (ii) between TERI and IBM on preparation of action plan

for remediation of abandoned mines. These MOUs will help to have more efficient

utilization of mined out areas including ambitious 3-year project with TERI for

remediation of Red Mud Dumps of NALCO and An Abandoned Mine Initiative

(AMI) to assess and remediate the abandoned mines in the country in a time bound

manner.

MOUs (i) between TERI and NALCO & (ii) between TERI and IBM

Hon’ble Minister awarded 5 star ratings to the 32 best performing mines. The mines

are –

S.No Mine Company State

1 A Narrain Iron Ore Mine Sesa Sterlite Limited Karnataka

2 Bhadanpur Limestone Mines (296.9 hectare) M/s Maihar Cement Madhya Pradesh

3 Bhatkotri Limestone Mine Wonder Cement Limited Rajasthan

4 Bhadanpur Limestone Mines (663 hectare) M/s Maihar Cement Madhya Pradesh

5 Dongri Bujurg Manganese Mine M/s MOIL Limited Maharashtra

6 Donimalai Iron Ore Mine NMDC Limited Karnataka

7 Grasim Cement Limestone Mine M/s Ultratech Cement Limited Rajasthan

8 Gumgaon Manganese Mine MOIL Limited Maharashtra

9 Beladila Iron Ore Deposit No-10 Mine NMDC Limited Chattisgarh

10 Joda East Iron Ore Mine M/s Tata Steel Limited Odisha

11 Kandri Manganese Mine MOIL Limited Maharashtra

12 Kovaya Limestone Mine Ultratech Cement Limited Gujarat

13 Kayad Lead Zinc Mine M/s Hindustan Zinc Limited Rajasthan

14 Koira Iron Ore Mine

M/s Essel Mining & Industries

Limited Odisha

15 Kymore Limestone Mine ACC Limited Madhya Pradesh

16 Lakshmi Cement Limestone Mine J.K.Lakshmi Cement Limited Rajasthan

17 MajhgawanDiamond Mine NMDC Limited Madhya Pradesh

18 Maliakhera Limestone Mine J.K.Cement works Rajasthan

19 Manikgarh Limestone Mine Manikgarh Cement Limited Maharashtra

20 Munsar Manganese Mine MOIL Limited Maharashtra

21 Mangrol Tilakhera Mine J.K.Cement works Rajasthan

22 Nimbeti Limestone Mine M/s Shree Cement Limited Rajasthan

23 Oraghat Iron Mines Mines M/s Rungta Sons (P) Ltd Odisha

24 Panchpatmali Bauxite Mine M/s NALCO Limited Odisha

25 Paraswani Limestone Mine M/s Ultratech Cement Limited Chattisgarh

26 Patharia Limestone Mine Heidelberg Cenment India Limited Madhya Pradesh

27 Periyathirukonam Limestone Mine M/s Dalmia Cement (Bharat) Limited Tamilnadu

28 Rawan Limestone Mine M/s Ambuja Cement Limited Chattisgarh

29 Sandur Managanese Mine

Sandur Managanese and Iron Ore

Mine Karnataka

30 Sheopura Kesarpura Limestone Mine M/s Shree Cement Limited Rajasthan

31 Sandur Managanese Mine (139.20 ha.)

Sandur Managanese and Iron Ore

Mine Karnataka

32 Sugala Limestone Mine Ambuja Cement Limited Gujarat

Hon’ble Minister Shri Piyush Goyal giving award to 5 star ratings to the 32 best performing mines

Hon’ble Minister Shri Piyush Goyal addressing the National Conclave

Hon’ble Minister in his address in the second National Conclave said that the

mining sector has a pivotal role to play in the ‘Make in India’ vision of the Prime

Minister. With the anticipated growth of the Indian economy in the years to come,

there will be a renewed thrust on infrastructure and manufacturing sectors. The

timely supply of minerals, which form their basic raw materials, would be key to the

rapid infrastructural development. Mining sector (including fuel, atomic, major and

minor minerals) contributed about 2.4% of GDP in 2014-15. The non-coal & non-fuel

minerals contribute only 0.76 % of the GDP. He emphasized on the resolve to double

this contribution and asked all stakeholders to put their best efforts in achieving the

same. He apprised that there has been a notable turn around ever since government

has taken initiative for policy reforms. He cited that this turnaround is very much

visible in terms of growth in Gross Value Added (GVA) in mining and quarrying

sector. There is a noticeable surge in mineral production in India in the recent times.

It is heartening to note that production of major minerals during 2015-16, has

recorded the growth of 9 % in comparison to same period last year. The real

contributor to this growth story have been Bauxite ( 27 %), Chromite (33 %), Copper

Concentrate (30 %) , Iron ore (21 %) and Lead Concentrate (32 %) in the metallic

segment. This growth story is significant as international commodity market is still

struggling to come out of the state of turmoil, owing to weak signals coming from the

Chinese economy.

Hon’ble Minister said that the initiative of developing Mining Surveillance System

(MSS) with the use of space technology for curbing illegal mining through satellite

images overlaid on geo-referenced mining maps, will go a long way in promoting

the mining sector and will encourage systematic mining.

Hon’ble Minister expressed that the Mining Tenement System (MTS) development

work has actually started now, a project which had been conceptualized 7 years

back. Hon’ble Minister informed that it will bring in requisite transparency and

efficiency in all facets of mineral administration by automation of entire mineral

concession life cycle starting from identification of areas for mining / exploration and

ending with closure of the mine. It will have online filing and collation of all returns

enabling dynamic database of exploration, reserves, production sale and dispatch of

minerals.

Hon’ble Minister applauded the organization of the conclave and said that it has

provided an effective platform for intensive discussion among various stakeholders

viz. the representatives of central ministries, state governments, mining industries,

industry associations, financial & academic institutions and others, on the issues,

challenges and opportunities in the mining sector. The participation of industry

leaders has greatly enhanced the success and effectiveness of the conclave. It will

help the Central Government to further improve the policy environment to promote

best practices and addressing various issues in the mining sector.

Hon’ble Minister also commended the initiatives taken and pro-active approach of

Secretary(Mines) Shri Balvinder Kumar of solving problems of the mining industry.

Hon’ble Minister appreciated the immense contributions of Secretary Mines for the

growth of the mineral sector in his tenure and that initiatives like MSS, Star Rating,

MTS, NMEP, and many more, will always be remembered as his legacy. He

presented a memento to Secretary (Mines) Shri Balvinder Kumar.

Hon’ble Minister Shri Piyush Goyal presenting memento to Shri Balvinder Kumar, Secreatry (Mines)

at the National Conclave

General Secretary (FIMI), Shri R K Sharma also commended the dynamism of

Secretary Mines in resolving the issues of the mining industry.

Shri Prithul Kumar, Director was called upon the stage to propose vote of thanks.