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Ex‑CM Raghubar Das says new Mines Act will benefit Jharkhand and India
✍️ Hindustan Times
🗓 27 Aug 2026, 02:32 AM
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Former Jharkhand chief minister Raghubar Das asserted that the proposed Mines Act is designed to serve both the state’s and the nation’s interests.
Former Jharkhand chief minister Raghubar Das spoke to the press on Thursday, emphasizing that the newly drafted Mines Act is intended to safeguard the interests of both Jharkhand and the country at large. He highlighted that the legislation aims to streamline mining operations, improve royalty collection and strengthen environmental safeguards, thereby creating a more balanced framework for the sector.
Das added that Jharkhand, rich in mineral resources, stands to gain from clearer regulations that could attract responsible investment while protecting local ecosystems. He urged the central government to incorporate the state's specific concerns into the final text of the act.
The statement comes as the Ministry of Mines prepares to present the bill in Parliament later this year, with industry observers watching closely for its impact on mining contracts and revenue sharing across mineral‑rich states.
Das added that Jharkhand, rich in mineral resources, stands to gain from clearer regulations that could attract responsible investment while protecting local ecosystems. He urged the central government to incorporate the state's specific concerns into the final text of the act.
The statement comes as the Ministry of Mines prepares to present the bill in Parliament later this year, with industry observers watching closely for its impact on mining contracts and revenue sharing across mineral‑rich states.