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ARTICLE · 05 FEBRUARY 2020

The Mineral Laws (Amendment) Ordinance - Key Changes

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INTRODUCTION

The mining industry has historically been one of the more heavily regulated industries in India, with a strong legal and regulatory structure governing the same. With a view to leverage this market and to ensure continuity in mining operations, the Mineral Laws (Amendment) Ordinance, 2020 (the "Ordinance") was promulgated on January 10, 2020.

The Ordinance brings in certain amendments to the provisions of the Mines and Minerals (Development and Regulation) Act, 1957 (the "MMDR Act") and the Coal Mines (Special Provisions) Act, 2015 (the "CMSP Act").

This paper discusses the key changes that have been brought into effect by the Ordinance and certain specific issues arising therefrom.

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