Government plans to replace 1957 mining law with comprehensive new legislation
The Ministry of Mines administers the existing legislation, which serves as the principal central law governing the development and regulation of mines and minerals in India
The Indian government is planning to replace the 1957 Mines and Minerals (Development and Regulation) Act with a comprehensive new mining law, according to sources cited by news agency PTI. The proposed overhaul aims to improve ease of doing business and living in the country, as the mining sector is crucial for economic growth, technological progress, and achieving the government's vision of Viksit Bharat by 2047.
An inter-ministerial committee chaired by the additional secretary in the Ministry of Mines will prepare the draft legislation, which will undergo a comprehensive review of the existing MMDR Act and consider international best practices, emerging trends, and future requirements in the mining sector. The committee will also consult relevant stakeholders, including state governments, before preparing the draft bill.
The new legislation is expected to simplify the language of the existing law, align it with related laws and constitutional requirements, and create a more streamlined regulatory framework for the mining industry.
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