Mining in India
Mining in India
Mining in India is an important economic activity which contributes significantly to the economy of India. The mining industry in India is a major economic activity which contributes significantly to the economy of India. The GDP contribution of the mining industry varies from 2.2% to 2.5% only but going by the GDP of the total industrial sector it contributes around 10% to 11%. Even mining done on a small scale contributes 6% to the entire cost of mineral production.
History[edit | edit source]
Mining in India has a long history dating back to 1774 when an English company was granted permission by the East India Company to mine coal in Raniganj. The introduction of modern mining methods and technology in India began with the establishment of the Geological Survey of India in 1851.
Minerals and Resources[edit | edit source]
India is rich in various mineral resources. The country produces around 95 minerals, which include four fuel-related minerals, ten metallic minerals, fifty non-metallic minerals, and twenty-six minor minerals. Some of the major minerals mined in India include coal, iron ore, manganese, mica, bauxite, chromite, limestone, and uranium.
Coal[edit | edit source]
Coal mining in India started in the 1770s in Raniganj Coalfield. India is the third-largest producer of coal in the world. The major coal-producing states in India are Jharkhand, Odisha, Chhattisgarh, West Bengal, Madhya Pradesh, Telangana, and Maharashtra.
Iron Ore[edit | edit source]
Iron ore mining in India is predominantly concentrated in the states of Odisha, Karnataka, Chhattisgarh, Goa, and Jharkhand. India is one of the largest producers and exporters of iron ore in the world.
Manganese[edit | edit source]
Manganese is another important mineral resource in India. The major manganese-producing states are Odisha, Karnataka, Madhya Pradesh, Maharashtra, and Goa.
Mica[edit | edit source]
Mica mining in India is mainly concentrated in the states of Jharkhand, Bihar, Rajasthan, and Andhra Pradesh. India is one of the largest producers of mica in the world.
Bauxite[edit | edit source]
Bauxite is the primary ore of aluminum. The major bauxite-producing states in India are Odisha, Gujarat, Jharkhand, Maharashtra, Chhattisgarh, Tamil Nadu, and Madhya Pradesh.
Chromite[edit | edit source]
Chromite mining in India is mainly concentrated in the state of Odisha. India is one of the largest producers of chromite in the world.
Limestone[edit | edit source]
Limestone is an important mineral used in the cement industry. The major limestone-producing states in India are Madhya Pradesh, Rajasthan, Andhra Pradesh, Gujarat, Chhattisgarh, and Tamil Nadu.
Uranium[edit | edit source]
Uranium mining in India is carried out by the Uranium Corporation of India. The major uranium-producing areas are in the states of Jharkhand, Andhra Pradesh, and Meghalaya.
Regulation and Legislation[edit | edit source]
The mining industry in India is regulated by the Ministry of Mines (India). The primary legislation governing mining activities in India is the Mines and Minerals (Development and Regulation) Act, 1957. The act provides the framework for the regulation of mines and the development of minerals in India.
Environmental Impact[edit | edit source]
Mining activities in India have significant environmental impacts. These include deforestation, soil erosion, water pollution, and loss of biodiversity. The government has implemented various measures to mitigate the environmental impact of mining, including the establishment of the National Green Tribunal and the implementation of the Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) process.
See Also[edit | edit source]
- Geology of India
- Economy of India
- Coal mining in India
- Iron ore in India
- Ministry of Mines (India)
- Environmental issues in India
References[edit | edit source]
External Links[edit | edit source]
.svg){kind=small} | This India-related article is a stub. You can help WikiMD by expanding it. |
Search WikiMD
Ad.Tired of being Overweight? Try W8MD's physician weight loss program.
Semaglutide (Ozempic / Wegovy and Tirzepatide (Mounjaro / Zepbound) available.
Advertise on WikiMD
|
WikiMD's Wellness Encyclopedia |
| Let Food Be Thy Medicine Medicine Thy Food - Hippocrates |
Translate this page: - East Asian
中文,
日本,
한국어,
South Asian
हिन्दी,
தமிழ்,
తెలుగు,
Urdu,
ಕನ್ನಡ,
Southeast Asian
Indonesian,
Vietnamese,
Thai,
မြန်မာဘာသာ,
বাংলা
European
español,
Deutsch,
français,
Greek,
português do Brasil,
polski,
română,
русский,
Nederlands,
norsk,
svenska,
suomi,
Italian
Middle Eastern & African
عربى,
Turkish,
Persian,
Hebrew,
Afrikaans,
isiZulu,
Kiswahili,
Other
Bulgarian,
Hungarian,
Czech,
Swedish,
മലയാളം,
मराठी,
ਪੰਜਾਬੀ,
ગુજરાતી,
Portuguese,
Ukrainian
Medical Disclaimer: WikiMD is not a substitute for professional medical advice. The information on WikiMD is provided as an information resource only, may be incorrect, outdated or misleading, and is not to be used or relied on for any diagnostic or treatment purposes. Please consult your health care provider before making any healthcare decisions or for guidance about a specific medical condition. WikiMD expressly disclaims responsibility, and shall have no liability, for any damages, loss, injury, or liability whatsoever suffered as a result of your reliance on the information contained in this site. By visiting this site you agree to the foregoing terms and conditions, which may from time to time be changed or supplemented by WikiMD. If you do not agree to the foregoing terms and conditions, you should not enter or use this site. See full disclaimer.
Credits:Most images are courtesy of Wikimedia commons, and templates Wikipedia, licensed under CC BY SA or similar.
Contributors: Prab R. Tumpati, MD
