New Mining Policy to Revive 2,000 Units in Andhra Pradesh

18 Apr 2025 CW Team

The new Minor Mineral Policy approved by the Andhra Pradesh Cabinet is expected to revive 2,000 non-operational units and benefit around 200,000 workers, according to the Federation of Minor Mineral Industry (FEMMI).

In a statement issued on Tuesday, FEMMI Secretary General Dr Ch. Rao expressed gratitude to Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu and Principal Secretary of Mines Praveen Kumar for addressing long-pending industry concerns. He noted that the policy would enhance the sector’s contribution to the State’s Gross Domestic Product.

The policy includes clearing backlogged applications, minimal penalties for one-time settlements, and free transfer of leases to family members upon a leaseholder’s death. It also shifts to tonnage-based seigniorage, eliminates multiple taxation, and allows installment-based premium payments, which Rao says will benefit small operators and attract new investment.

Mining leases for road metal, gravel, and building stone will now follow a first-come, first-served application process, while the auction system will apply only to minerals such as silicon, sand, quartz, and dolomite.

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