Illegal Mining

Punjab Government Makes Historic Reforms in Mining Sector to Curb Illegal Mining, Enhance Supply and Transparency

Punjab Government Makes Historic Reforms in Mining Sector to Curb Illegal Mining, Enhance Supply and Transparency

Our government is committed to eliminating all kinds of complexities in the mining sector and utilizing natural resources for the public good: Barinder Kumar GoyalChandigarh, January 7, 2026: Under the leadership of Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann, the Punjab government has implemented historic reforms in the state's mining sector. Significant amendments to the Punjab Minor Mineral Policy have been approved, aiming to ensure adequate supply of raw materials, curb illegal mining and corruption, reduce prices for consumers, increase state revenue, and eliminate monopolies.After extensive consultations with stakeholders at various levels, the Cabinet approved these amendments, which include the introduction of…
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