Union Coal & Mines Minister Launches ‘Mining Dashboard’ To Fast-Track Operationalization Of Auctioned Mineral Blocks
The initiative is part of the Government of India’s ongoing efforts to enhance transparency, efficiency and accountability in the mineral sector
Union Minister for Coal and Mines, G. Kishan Reddy, today launched the ‘Mining Dashboard’, a centralized digital platform developed by the Ministry of Mines to monitor the operational status of auctioned mineral blocks and track statutory clearances across the country. The initiative is part of the Government of India’s ongoing efforts to enhance transparency, efficiency, and accountability in the mineral sector.
The launch of the Mining Dashboard marks a significant milestone following the introduction of the auction regime under the Mines and Minerals (Development and Regulation) Act, 1957 (as amended). Till date, 500 mineral blocks have been successfully auctioned across 16 states—with 466 blocks auctioned by State Governments and 34 critical mineral blocks by the Central Government. Of these, 64 blocks have been operationalized.
The Dashboard provides a structured and real-time monitoring mechanism that enables identification of bottlenecks, supports timely interventions, and helps accelerate the commencement of mining operations. It will serve as a key tool for Central and State Governments, project proponents, and other stakeholders by offering actionable insights and data-driven decision support.
The Mining Dashboard Is expected to play a pivotal role in boosting domestic mineral production, reducing import dependency, and contributing to India’s overall economic growth.
