Vision
To sustainably harness and conserve mineral resources while fostering scientific exploration, ecological balance, and economic growth for the benefit of society.
Mission
To pioneer responsible mineral exploration, development, and governance, ensuring optimized use of resources while safeguarding the environment and promoting industrial growth.
FUNCTIONS AND ORGANIZATIONAL SETUP OF THE MINES AND GEOLOGY DEPARTMENT
Functions
- Exploration and Prospecting
- Conduct reconnaissance to identify new mineral deposits and execute prospecting and drilling operations to explore mineral resources.
- Undertake exploratory mining activities as needed.
- Execute engineering geology projects when required.
- Perform laboratory-scale "Mineral Beneficiation Studies" and prepare feasibility reports for potential mineral deposits.
- Conduct chemical analyses, physical tests, and petrographic studies for minerals, ores, and rocks.
- Provide guidance to mining lessees on:
- Preliminary assessment of mineral deposits.
- Prospecting and exploration of leased deposits in compliance with prevailing regulations.
- Regulatory and Administrative
- Oversee scientific and planned exploitation of the state's mineral resources as per the MMRD Act, 1957, and associated rules.
- Collect mineral revenue (royalty and fees) and recommend strategies to enhance revenue generation.
- Develop infrastructural facilities to support mines and mineral-based industries.
- Enforce measures to prevent unauthorized excavation, removal, and misuse of minerals.
- Promote conservation of mineral resources and restore ecological balance.
- Assist mining lessees through technical advice, equipment hire, and loan advancements.
- Support and monitor the development of mining and mineral-based industries in the state, emphasizing scientific methods.
- Miscellaneous
- Advise the State Government on matters related to mines and minerals.
- Liaise with national organizations involved in mining and geology, including:
- Geological Survey of India
- Indian Bureau of Mines
- Oil and Natural Gas Commission
- Mineral Exploration Corporation
- Hindustan Copper Limited
- Hindustan Zinc Limited
- Coal Mines Planning and Development Institute
- Phosphate & Pyrites Chemical Limited
- Cement Corporation of India
- Fertilizer Corporation of India
- Atomic Energy Department
- Ground Water Department
Organizational Setup
The department is headed by the Director of Mines & Geology, supported by an Additional Director (Geology) and an Additional Director (Mining), along with their respective staff.
