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Indian Environment Minister Rules Out Review of 'No-Go' Coal Mining Areas

By Joel ScanlonApr 10 2011

Indian Environment Minister Jairam Ramesh has agreed to consider approval of proposed mining projects that had obtained the stage 1 forest clearance before 2010. This was after immense pressure was brought about by the coal ministry and the ministries of power and steel. He also ruled out reviewing the classification of ‘No Go’ areas for coal mining.

The inter ministerial logjam was evident however when steel minister Beni Prasad Verma said that the Go – No Go issue would be decided on a case by case basis. A group of minister’s panel is currently conducting meetings to find suitable solutions for environmental protection and allowing mining.

The ‘No Go’ classification in 2009 by the environment ministry has affected 203 coal blocks. The blocks collectively are said to hold a potential of 660 million tonnes of coal annual production. Naturally the coal ministry is upset about the ban on mining in these blocks. Other end user industries like power and steel have also added and expressed their displeasure over the ban on mining in these blocks.

The Environment Minister is hoping for a pragmatic solution between mining coal and saving the environment. He hopes to find middle ground that will not hurt the power generation capabilities of the nation. The GoM does not hope to reach a consensus in a hurry.

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Joel Scanlon

Joel relocated to Australia in 1995 from the United Kingdom and spent five years working in the mining industry as an exploration geotechnician. His role involved utilizing GIS mapping and CAD software. Upon transitioning to the North Coast of NSW, Australia, Joel embarked on a career as a graphic designer at a well-known consultancy firm. Subsequently, he established a successful web services business catering to companies across the eastern seaboard of Australia. It was during this time that he conceived and launched News-Medical.Net. Joel has been an integral part of AZoNetwork since its inception in 2000. Joel possesses a keen interest in exploring the boundaries of technology, comprehending its potential impact on society, and actively engaging with AI-driven solutions and advancements.

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