A major revenue generator for the state, coal mining in Meghalaya has also been under the scanner for its impact on local ecology. Among other implications, it has been reported that unscientific mining practices have led many water bodies to become acidic.

5/15/  · “States like Meghalaya have allowed this activity to carry on unregulated on the plea that coal mining ‘is a cottage industry,’” writes Mukhim in her newspaper. “If the millions of tons of coal that is mined in Meghalaya is termed a cottage industry then one wonders what a

4/28/  · In February, the public water supply schemes in East Jaintia Hills, Meghalaya’s coal mining hub, were tested for acid content. The results were startling. Of the 37 schemes operating under the

In the uneven terrain of Meghalaya, situated more than 6,400 feet above sea level at its highest point, coal has traditionally been mined by digging pits hundreds of meters deep and then cutting

Jan 26, · The National People’s Party-led alliance government in Meghalaya has said it would crack down on illegal coal mining as constituent partner Bharatiya Janata Party demanded the State Home Minister’s

Jan 22, · 6 coal mine workers from Assam killed inside Meghalaya mine Fri, Jan 22 06:20:37 PM Shillong, Jan 22 (IANS): At least six people were killed when they were working inside a coal mine in Meghalaya's East Jaintia hills district on Friday, police said.

What is Meghalaya Rat-Hole coal mining?

Dec 24, · Given that the coal-mining land was under private and community ownership, India’s national overseer, Coal India, never regulated mining in Meghalaya as it does elsewhere in the country. The

Aug 15, · Meghalaya Chief Minister Praises Supreme Court Verdict On Coal Mining. India News | Press Trust of India | Thursday August 15, . Meghalaya Chief Minister Conrad K Sangma on Thursday praised

Jul 16, · But the apex court had little to say about environmental destruction. Linda Chhakchhuak. 16 Jul . Shillong: The Supreme Court judgment on July 3, , by Justices Ashok Bhushan and K M Joseph, on Meghalaya rat-hole coal mining is an unparalleled indictment of the claim of the tribes of Meghalaya - as represented by the Autonomous District Councils (ADC) - that they have unrestrained rights to exploit their lands, including for mining coal.

Jul 03, · Read more about Illegal, unregulated coal mining in Meghalaya caused environmental degradation, says SC on Business Standard. Environmental degradation by illegal and unregulated coal mining has taken place in Meghalaya, the Supreme Court held Wednesday and directed the state to deposit Rs 100 crore with the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB) for restoration work.It

1/26/  · The National People’s Party-led alliance government in Meghalaya has said it would crack down on illegal coal mining as constituent partner Bharatiya Janata Party demanded the State Home

NEW DELHI, Feb 8: In a flabbergasting development, the NDA government today denied in Rajya Sabha during question hour any occurrence of illegal coal mining in Meghalaya or any major revenue loss to the hill state, even though BJP state unit has made strident allegations to the contrary. In reply to a question of BJP []

5/15/  · Coal mining threatens Meghalaya caves. Even before the caves in Meghalaya can reveal clues to climate change, rampant mining is destroying their wealth. AMARJYOTI BORAH goes deep into the issue Meghalaya carries a bewitching world in its belly. The natural caves found in Jaintia Hills are a storehouse of geological treasures.

Jan 22, · Six Killed In Meghalaya Coal Mine Accident Five of the six deceased have been identified, the official said, adding, most of them are from neighbouring Assam. Outlook Web Bureau 22 January

1/22/  · At least six workers were killed in an accident when they were working in a coal mine in Meghalaya’s East Jaintia Hills district, Northeast Now reported on Friday.