Penna mining leases cancelled

The Andhra Pradesh Government has cancelled the limestone mining leases granted to Penna Cement Industries, citing the company´s failure in executing it as a reason. The company holds mining leases, over 1,105.975 hectare and is in excess of 10 sq km limit prescribed under Section 6 (1)(b) of the Mines & Mineral (D&R) Act, 1957. Hence, as per the Act, the grant is treated as void. Contact: Penna Cement Industries. Tel: 040-4456 5100. E-mail: bookings@pennacement.com Website: www.pennacement.com