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Centre Examines Feasibility of Restarting Small-Scale Coal Mining in Meghalaya
✍️ India Today NE
🗓 11 Oct 2026, 06:33 PM
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The Indian government is evaluating whether to resume small-scale coal mining operations in Meghalaya.
The Ministry of Coal has announced that it is assessing the feasibility of restarting small-scale coal mining in the northeastern state of Meghalaya.
The decision comes after concerns about environmental impact and safety in the region's coal mining sector.
No timeline has been provided for a potential restart, and the government has indicated that it will consider all relevant factors before making a final decision.
Stakeholders in the mining industry and local communities are awaiting further updates from the central authorities.
The assessment will involve consultations with state officials, environmental experts, and mining operators to determine the viability of small-scale operations.
The decision comes after concerns about environmental impact and safety in the region's coal mining sector.
No timeline has been provided for a potential restart, and the government has indicated that it will consider all relevant factors before making a final decision.
Stakeholders in the mining industry and local communities are awaiting further updates from the central authorities.
The assessment will involve consultations with state officials, environmental experts, and mining operators to determine the viability of small-scale operations.