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Hans India
6 days ago
- Business
- Hans India
Two UltraTech Limestone Mines in Andhra Pradesh awarded 5-Star ratings by Indian Bureau of Mines, Ministry of Mines
Thirteen of UltraTech Cement Limited's Limestone Mines were recognised for excellence in sustainable mining by the Indian Bureau of Mines, Ministry of Mines, for FY 2023-24 at an award ceremony held on 7th July 2025 in Jaipur, Rajasthan. Of the mines that won the prestigious 5-Star recognition, one was the Budawada Limestone Mine, part of Balaji Cement Works, UltraTech's Integrated Manufacturing Unit located in NTR District, Andhra Pradesh. Balaji Cement Works' efforts towards water harvesting within their mining area, green belt development, community engagement, and their adoption of 7 neighbouring villages all helped set the unit apart from others. The unit has also supported neighbouring villages through relief services during flash floods in the region, and undertaken comprehensive reconstruction initiatives such as the building of cement roads and repair of electrical infrastructure. The other mine that won the prestigious 5-Star recognition was the Tummalapenta Limestone Mine, part of Andhra Pradesh Cement Works, UltraTech's Integrated Manufacturing Unit located in Anantapur District, Andhra Pradesh. This marks the third consecutive year the unit has won the prestigious 5-Star recognition. Andhra Pradesh Cement Works' efforts towards water harvesting within their mining area, green belt development, community engagement, and their adoption of several close by villages all helped set the unit apart from others. Twelve of UltraTech's Limestone mines received a 5-Star rating, and one was conferred the highest distinction of being awarded a 7-star rating for exceptional work towards 'Green Mining', making it the only mine conferred with a 7-star rating in the limestone mining category in the country. At the programme marking the event, the Honourable Union Minister of Coal and Mines, Mr. G. Kishan Reddy, felicitated UltraTech, India's largest cement and Ready-Mix Concrete (RMC) company, for the outstanding achievements of these mines towards sustainable development and operation for the performance year 2023–24. The felicitation ceremony was also graced by Mr. Bhajan Lal Sharma, the Chief Minister of Rajasthan. UltraTech's endeavours in driving excellence in mining are in line with the Indian Bureau of Mines' goals towards sustainable, green mining, efficient operations, and technology-driven mineral processing. UltraTech holds the distinction of being accorded a 5-star rating for the highest number of mines across all categories of Minerals (Limestone, Iron Ore, Bauxite, Lead Zinc, Manganese) in the reporting year FY 2023-24, for the second consecutive year. Conceptualised by the Ministry of Mines, the Star ratings are based on adoption of best practices for exhaustive and universal implementation of Sustainable Development Framework in mining. 7-star and 5-star ratings, highest in the rating scheme, are given to mines that perform exceptionally well and best on parameters such as scientific and efficient mining, compliance of approved production, zero waste mining, environment protection, steps taken for progressive and final mine closure, green energy sourcing, land, adoption of international standards, local community engagement and welfare programmes, resettlement, and other social impacts. Below is the list of UltraTech's mines which were felicitated for the reporting year FY 2023-24: UltraTech Limestone Mine awarded for FY 2023-24 UltraTech Unit in which the mine is located Number of Consecutive 5-Star and above ratings Naokari Limestone Mine Awarpur Cement Works, Chandrapur, Maharashtra 9 Kovaya Limestone Mine Gujarat Cement Works, Amreli, Gujarat 9 Baga - Bhalag Limestone & Shale Mine Baga Cement Works, Solan, Himachal Pradesh 5 Manikgarh Cement Limestone Mine Manikgarh Cement Works, Chandrapur, Maharashtra 4 Aditya Limestone Mine Aditya Cement Works, Chittorgarh, Rajasthan 3 Tummalapenta Limestone Mine Andhra Pradesh Cement Works, Anantapur district, Andhra Pradesh 3 Narmada Cement Limestone Mine Narmada - Jafrabad Cement Works, 3 Sitapuri Limestone Mine Dhar Cement Works, Dhar, Madhya Pradesh 2 Paraswani Limestone Mine Hirmi Cement Works, Baloda Bazar – Bhatapara, Chhattisgarh 2 Rajashree Cement Limestone Mine Rajashree Cement Works, Gulbarga, Karnataka 2 Kharai-Harudi Limestone Mine Sewagram Cement Works, Kutch, Gujarat 1* Vikram Cement Limestone Mine Vikram Cement Works, Neemuch, Madhya Pradesh 1 Budawada Limestone Mine Balaji Cement Works, Krishna, Andhra Pradesh 1 * Sewagram Cement Works' two limestone mines (Kharai-Harudi Limestone Mine and Harudi -Kharai Limestone Mine) have together received nine 5-Star Ratings by Bureau of Indian Mines since the award's inception.
Time of India
7 days ago
- Business
- Time of India
Surjagarh Iron Ore Mines of Lloyds Gets 5-Star Rating
1 2 3 4 Nagpur: Surjagarh Iron Ore Mines of Lloyds Metals and Energy Ltd (LMEL) have brought laurels to Gadchiroli district by bagging 5-star rating from the Indian Bureau of Mines (IBM) under the Union Ministry of Mines. Union minister of coal & mines G Kishan Reddy presented the 5-Star Rating memento and certificate to senior officials of LMEL in a ceremony held at Rajasthan International Centre, Jaipur, on July 7. Surjagarh mines have won this national recognition for its stellar performance in operational excellence and green innovation in 2023-24. Reddy presented the award to LMEL officials in presence of Satish Chandra Dubey, Union minister of state for coal & mines; Peeyush Narayan Sharma, controller general in-charge, Indian Bureau of Mines; Pankaj Kulshreshtha, chief controller of mines, IBM. The five-star rating has made Surjagarh Iron Ore Mines a shining example of outstanding achievement in sustainable and environment-friendly mining operations under Sustainable Development Framework (SDF) guidelines. The Union ministry of mines has evolved a system of star rating of mines to implement the SDF. The prestigious five-star rating is awarded to a mine with a score equal to or above 90% in all the modules. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like 5 Books Warren Buffett Wants You to Read In 2025 Blinkist: Warren Buffett's Reading List Undo Expressing happiness, B Prabhakaran, managing director of LMEL, said that the achievement became possible with the support of the local communities and the LMEL team. "The five-star rating under the SDF developed by the ministry of mines is indeed a matter of great pride for LMEL and the people of Gadchiroli. It reflects our commitment to inclusive growth without adversely affecting the social, economic and environmental well-being. We will keep working to realise the dream of making Green Steel in Gadchiroli district," he added. The five-star rating recognised operational excellence and green innovation in operating the Surjagarh Iron Ore Mines with capacity of 10 million tonnes per annum since the last two years. Under the Green Mining initiatives, emphasis has been placed on use of battery-operated heavy equipment, LNG vehicles, and electric-powered drills including the world's first electric compressor excavator-mounted drill. LMEL follows the best environmental sustainability practices in the areas of air, water, and dump management. As far as socio-economic transformation is concerned, LMEL's positive impact extends far beyond mining. It has catalyzed a socio-economic renaissance in tribal communities through various initiatives including CBSE-affiliated Lloyds Raj Vidya Niketan school at Hedari, modern healthcare facilities at Lloyds Kali Ammal Memorial Hospital, garment manufacturing units with the brand name 'Vanya' powered by local women, driver training institutes, sports training facilities, skill training initiatives, empowerment of local communities etc. Nagpur: Surjagarh Iron Ore Mines of Lloyds Metals and Energy Ltd (LMEL) have brought laurels to Gadchiroli district by bagging 5-star rating from the Indian Bureau of Mines (IBM) under the Union Ministry of Mines. Union minister of coal & mines G Kishan Reddy presented the 5-Star Rating memento and certificate to senior officials of LMEL in a ceremony held at Rajasthan International Centre, Jaipur, on July 7. Surjagarh mines have won this national recognition for its stellar performance in operational excellence and green innovation in 2023-24. Reddy presented the award to LMEL officials in presence of Satish Chandra Dubey, Union minister of state for coal & mines; Peeyush Narayan Sharma, controller general in-charge, Indian Bureau of Mines; Pankaj Kulshreshtha, chief controller of mines, IBM. The five-star rating has made Surjagarh Iron Ore Mines a shining example of outstanding achievement in sustainable and environment-friendly mining operations under Sustainable Development Framework (SDF) guidelines. The Union ministry of mines has evolved a system of star rating of mines to implement the SDF. The prestigious five-star rating is awarded to a mine with a score equal to or above 90% in all the modules. Expressing happiness, B Prabhakaran, managing director of LMEL, said that the achievement became possible with the support of the local communities and the LMEL team. "The five-star rating under the SDF developed by the ministry of mines is indeed a matter of great pride for LMEL and the people of Gadchiroli. It reflects our commitment to inclusive growth without adversely affecting the social, economic and environmental well-being. We will keep working to realise the dream of making Green Steel in Gadchiroli district," he added. The five-star rating recognised operational excellence and green innovation in operating the Surjagarh Iron Ore Mines with capacity of 10 million tonnes per annum since the last two years. Under the Green Mining initiatives, emphasis has been placed on use of battery-operated heavy equipment, LNG vehicles, and electric-powered drills including the world's first electric compressor excavator-mounted drill. LMEL follows the best environmental sustainability practices in the areas of air, water, and dump management. As far as socio-economic transformation is concerned, LMEL's positive impact extends far beyond mining. It has catalyzed a socio-economic renaissance in tribal communities through various initiatives including CBSE-affiliated Lloyds Raj Vidya Niketan school at Hedari, modern healthcare facilities at Lloyds Kali Ammal Memorial Hospital, garment manufacturing units with the brand name 'Vanya' powered by local women, driver training institutes, sports training facilities, skill training initiatives, empowerment of local communities etc.
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Business Standard
07-07-2025
- Business
- Business Standard
Govt awards seven-star ratings to three mines for green practices
In a move to promote sustainable mining, the Ministry of Mines on Monday awarded seven-star ratings for the first time to three mines – Ultratech Cement's Naokari limestone mine, Tata Steel's Noamundi iron ore mine, and Sandur Manganese and Iron Ore Ltd.'s Kammatharu mine. The Ministry conferred the seven-star status, recognising mines that have not only secured five-star ratings consistently for five consecutive years but also passed a rigorous two-stage evaluation process. In total, 98 mines were recognised at the felicitation ceremony held at the Rajasthan International Centre in Jaipur for their performance in 2023-24. Three mines received seven-star ratings, while 95 were awarded five-star ratings. A five-star rating is awarded to mines that score 90 per cent or above across four sustainability modules under Rule 35 of the Mineral Conservation and Development Rules, 2017. These modules include mine-level impact management, progressive mine closure and restoration, social welfare, and reporting. The process, overseen by the Indian Bureau of Mines (IBM), involves a self-assessment by leaseholders, followed by on-ground validation by IBM officials to ensure compliance with Sustainable Development Framework (SDF) goals. Union Coal and Mines Minister G. Kishan Reddy and Rajasthan Chief Minister Bhajan Lal Sharma were present at the event alongside senior ministry officials and representatives from the awarded mines. The annual star rating program, launched in 2014-15, is aimed at raising environmental and compliance standards across India's mining sector.
India Gazette
06-07-2025
- Business
- India Gazette
Indian Bureau of Mines gears up to host felicitation ceremony for Seven-Star and Five-Star rated mines
New Delhi [India], July 6 (ANI): The Indian Bureau of Mines, a subordinate office of the Ministry of Mines, is gearing up to host a grand event to recognise the performance of 7 and 5-star rated mines nationwide for the year 2023-24. The Felicitation Ceremony, scheduled to take place in Jaipur on July 7, 2025, will be attended by a range of distinguished dignitaries, stakeholders, and guests. According to Ministry of Mines, the Union Minister of Coal & Mines, G Kishan Reddy, has consented to be the Chief Guest, and the Chief Minister of Rajasthan, Bhajan Lal Sharma and the Union Minister of State for Coal & Mines, Satish Chandra Dubey, will be present as distinguished Guests of Honour. Sanjay Lohiya, Additional Secretary, Ministry of Mines, will also grace the occasion. The Star Rating of Mines, conceptualised in 2014-15, has garnered widespread acclaim within the mining community for fostering a positive and competitive environment among mine operators. The recognition bestowed by the Union Minister and the national-level acknowledgement of performance has greatly motivated miners to improve their functioning, bringing tangible benefits to the mining industry as well as the local communities. This program evaluates mining operations nationwide within the Sustainable Development Framework, which primarily aims to drive inclusive growth while safeguarding the social, economic, and environmental welfare of present and future generations. During the event, 3 7-star rated mines and 95 5-star rated Mines for the year 2023-24 are scheduled to be honoured. The event will be held at Rajasthan International Centre, Jaipur. (ANI)
Hans India
06-07-2025
- Business
- Hans India
Felicitation ceremony for 7-star and 5-star rated mines to be held on Monday
The Indian Bureau of Mines will host a grand event at the Rajasthan International Centre here on Monday to felicitate the performance of 7 & 5-star rated mines nationwide for the year 2023-24, according to a statement issued by the Ministry of Mines on Sunday. During the event, three 7-star rated mines and 95 5-star rated mines for the year 2023-24 are scheduled to be honoured. The program evaluates mining operations nationwide within the Sustainable Development Framework, which primarily aims to drive inclusive growth while safeguarding the social, economic, and environmental welfare of present and future generations. Union Minister of Coal & Mines G. Kishan Reddy will be the Chief Guest, and Rajasthan Chief Minister Bhajan Lal Sharma and Union Minister of State for Coal & Mines Satish Chandra Dubey will be present as distinguished guests of honour. Sanjay Lohiya, Additional Secretary, Ministry of Mines, will also be present at the occasion. The Star Rating of Mines, conceptualised in 2014-15, has garnered widespread acclaim within the mining community for fostering a positive and competitive environment among mine operators. The recognition bestowed by the Union Minister and the national-level acknowledgement of performance have greatly motivated miners to improve their functioning, bringing tangible benefits to the mining industry as well as the local communities, the statement added. Meanwhile, the Coal Ministry has launched RECLAIM – a community engagement and development framework for mine closures, with the aim of improving both landscapes and local livelihoods. The framework constitutes a key step toward ensuring a just and sustainable transition for communities that have developed alongside mining operations over decades. The framework, referred to as RECLAIM, serves as a structured guide for inclusive community engagement and development throughout the mine closure and post-closure phases. It offers a practical, step-by-step approach to institutionalising community participation in the transition process.
