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Time of India
10-07-2025
- Business
- Time of India
Centre applauds Chhattisgarh's transparency and impact in DMF implementation
Setting a high benchmark for transparency and inclusive development in mining-affected regions, Chhattisgarh has been nationally acknowledged by Ministry of Mines for its exemplary work under the District Mineral Foundation ( DMF ) scheme. Recognized as a model state for its innovative and effective use of DMF funds, Chhattisgarh's achievements were applauded at the ' National DMF Workshop ' held in New Delhi. The state's commitment to data transparency, community welfare, and sustainable progress in mineral-rich districts has positioned it as a shining example for other states to emulate. During the event at the scope convention centre, Union Minister of Coal and Mines G Kishan Reddy presented a prestigious commendation certificate to P Dayanand, secretary to the Chief Minister and secretary of the department of minerals, recognizing state's outstanding contribution in maintaining over 90% of its DMF data on national portals and driving impactful development in mining-affected areas. Ministry of Mines maintains a comprehensive database on the National DMF Portal, which consolidates data from all states under the Prime Minister's Mineral Sector Welfare Scheme . The state's efforts were showcased as a model for others, with recommendations issued for states to emulate state's best practices in data uploading, transparency, and effective on-ground implementation. Participants included secretaries, directors, and district collectors from various mining-affected districts across the country. DMF funds are meant to foster inclusive development in education, healthcare, drinking water, infrastructure, and livelihoods within mining-impacted communities. To date, projects worth Rs 16,506 crore have been sanctioned, encompassing 1,01,313 development works, out of which 70,318 have been successfully completed. Representing Chhattisgarh at the workshop were Secretary of the Department of Minerals, P Dayanand, Director Rajat Bansal, along with collectors and DMF nodal officers from Balod, Balodabazar-Bhatapara, Korba, Raigarh, and Dantewada districts.
Time of India
10-07-2025
- Business
- Time of India
Centre applauds Chhattisgarh's transparency and impact in DMF implementation
RAIPUR: Setting a high benchmark for transparency and inclusive development in mining-affected regions, Chhattisgarh has been nationally acknowledged by Ministry of Mines for its exemplary work under the District Mineral Foundation (DMF) scheme. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now Recognized as a model state for its innovative and effective use of DMF funds, Chhattisgarh's achievements were applauded at the 'National DMF Workshop' held in New Delhi. The state's commitment to data transparency, community welfare, and sustainable progress in mineral-rich districts has positioned it as a shining example for other states to emulate. During the event at the scope convention centre, Union Minister of Coal and Mines G Kishan Reddy presented a prestigious commendation certificate to P Dayanand, secretary to the Chief Minister and secretary of the department of minerals, recognizing state's outstanding contribution in maintaining over 90% of its DMF data on national portals and driving impactful development in mining-affected areas. Ministry of Mines maintains a comprehensive database on the National DMF Portal, which consolidates data from all states under the Prime Minister's Mineral Sector Welfare Scheme. The state's efforts were showcased as a model for others, with recommendations issued for states to emulate state's best practices in data uploading, transparency, and effective on-ground implementation. Participants included secretaries, directors, and district collectors from various mining-affected districts across the country. DMF funds are meant to foster inclusive development in education, healthcare, drinking water, infrastructure, and livelihoods within mining-impacted communities. To date, projects worth Rs 16,506 crore have been sanctioned, encompassing 1,01,313 development works, out of which 70,318 have been successfully completed. Representing Chhattisgarh at the workshop were Secretary of the Department of Minerals, P Dayanand, Director Rajat Bansal, along with collectors and DMF nodal officers from Balod, Balodabazar-Bhatapara, Korba, Raigarh, and Dantewada districts.
Hindustan Times
10-07-2025
- Business
- Hindustan Times
Centre lauds Chhattisgarh for work under District Mineral Foundation
Raipur, The Union Ministry of Mines has appreciated Chhattisgarh for its remarkable work under the District Mineral Foundation , an official said. Centre lauds Chhattisgarh for work under District Mineral Foundation Through DMF, the Chhattisgarh government has been consistently working towards inclusive development in sectors such as education, healthcare, drinking water, infrastructure, and livelihoods in mining-affected areas. So far, development works of ₹16,506 crore have been approved across the state, covering 1,01,313 projects, out of which 70,318 have been successfully completed, a government release here said. During a day-long National DMF Workshop held on Wednesday in New Delhi, Union Minister of Coal and Mines G Kishan Reddy presented a certificate of appreciation to the Chhattisgarh chief minister's secretary and mineral resources department secretary P Dayanand, it said. The Ministry of Mines maintains a comprehensive database of the DMF-related information of all states through the Prime Minister's Mineral Area Welfare Scheme on the National DMF Portal, it said. Chhattisgarh was honoured with a certificate of appreciation for uploading over 90 per cent of its DMF audit reports and data on both the state and national DMF portals. The efforts of Chhattisgarh were showcased as a model for other states, with recommendations to adopt similar practices in data uploading, transparency and ground-level implementation, the release said. The workshop was organised with the aim of enhancing the effectiveness of the Prime Minister's Mineral Area Welfare Scheme and DMF, and to promote sustainable and inclusive development in mining areas. The event was attended by secretaries, directors and collectors from mining-affected districts across various states, it said. With a transparent and public welfare-oriented approach, the Chhattisgarh government ensures that planning and monitoring of DMF projects are tailored to the local needs of each district. This policy focuses not only on physical development but also on social empowerment, the release said. This article was generated from an automated news agency feed without modifications to text.
Time of India
09-07-2025
- Business
- Time of India
State applauded by mines ministry for DMF initiatives, asks other states to emulate
Raipur: Chhattisgarh has been acknowledged by ministry of mines for its work under the district mineral foundation (DMF) scheme. Recognized as a model state for its innovative and effective use of DMF funds, Chhattisgarh's achievements were applauded at the 'National DMF Workshop' held in New Delhi. The state's efforts in the sector were showcased as a model for others, with recommendations issued for states to emulate the state's best practices in data uploading, transparency, and effective on-ground implementation. During the event at the scope convention centre, Union minister of coal and mines G Kishan Reddy presented a prestigious commendation certificate to P Dayanand, secretary to the chief minister and secretary of the department of minerals, recognizing state's outstanding contribution in maintaining over 90% of its DMF data on national portals and driving impactful development in mining-affected areas. The ministry of mines maintains a database on the DMF portal, which consolidates data from all states under the PM's mineral sector welfare scheme. The participants included secretaries, directors, and district collectors from various mining-affected districts across India.
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Business Standard
09-07-2025
- Business
- Business Standard
Centre launches targeted DMF push for aspirational districts initiative
The Union Ministry of Mines on Tuesday launched a focused programme to align District Mineral Foundation (DMF) funds with India's Aspirational Districts initiatives, marking a major shift toward targeted welfare delivery in mining-affected regions. Union Coal and Mines Minister G Kishan Reddy announced that DMFs currently hold over Rs 32,000 crore in Aspirational Districts. He directed district collectors to ensure impactful and timely utilisation of these funds. Speaking at the National DMF Workshop organised in New Delhi, Reddy urged states to implement the new DMF–Aspirational Districts convergence programme in '100 per cent saturation mode' across key areas such as health, nutrition, education, agriculture and rural infrastructure. 'District collectors have to prepare an action plan and spend the funds on impactful projects in a time-bound manner,' the minister said. The Centre's push for convergence seeks to align DMF planning and implementation with central flagship schemes such as Jal Jeevan Mission, Ayushman Bharat and the Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana, in line with guidelines under the Pradhan Mantri Khanij Kshetra Kalyan Yojana (PMKKKY). 'DMF has to be seen as a development mission,' said Reddy. Through project status tracking, transparency will be ensured. With forest-based livelihood investments, DMF implementation must advance inclusive and sustainable development, he added. Highlighting India's broader developmental trajectory, the minister noted that between 2011 and 2023, over 17 crore people came out of extreme poverty. Today, India is not only the fourth-largest economy in the world but also the fourth most equal country globally, he said. This change, he added, is the result of inclusive development initiatives launched over the last 11 years. The establishment and vision of DMFs reflect those efforts. The Union minister said over Rs 1 trillion has been deposited in DMFs since their inception, following the 2015 amendment to the Mines and Minerals (Development and Regulation) Act. Of this, Rs 90,000 crore has been allocated toward various development projects. However, Reddy also flagged serious implementation concerns. 'In many states, funds have been allocated, but projects remain incomplete. DMF funds are being transferred from the affected districts to others,' he said, urging officials to strictly follow guidelines and ensure the funds benefit directly impacted communities. Mine closures Addressing mine closure issues, the minister revealed that although 143 coal mines have been decommissioned, closure activities remain pending. 'District collectors must take responsibility. You must catch the company and ensure that closure work is implemented. For the first time, the government is itself spending money on mine closures,' he said. The workshop, held at the Scope convention centre in New Delhi, brought together state nodal officers, DMF district representatives, and officials from various ministries. The event also saw the launch of operational guidelines for the convergence of DMF with the Aspirational Districts and Aspirational Blocks Programme. Simultaneously, an exhibition of Self-Help Group (SHG) products supported by DMF funds was inaugurated at Handloom Haat, Janpath, where women from mining-affected districts showcased their work. The exhibition will remain open to the public till July 15.
