Centre asks states to speed up pending mining lease cases

Urgency stems from the fact that leases would lapse if applications aren't processed before Jan 11

The Union mines ministry in a missive to states has stressed on the need for expediting disposal of mining lease (ML) cases saved under Section 10 (A) (2) (c) of the amended Mines & Minerals (Development & Regulation) Act, 2015. The urgency stems from the fact that if such applications are not processed before January 11, they would automatically lapse.

"Considering the urgency of the matter, it is felt that the mining department along with the other concerned departments and organisations where the cases are pending in the state, may be immediately directed to take required steps for grant of