The Ministry of Mines is hosting a National DMF Workshop and SHG Exhibition in New Delhi on 9th July. The event aims to improve DMF operations, promote learning among districts, and showcase SHG products, supporting sustainable development in mining-affected areas across 23 states.
The Ministry of Mines is organizing a National District Mineral Foundation (DMF) Workshop and a special Self-Help Group (SHG) Exhibition on Wednesday, 9th July, in New Delhi. This initiative is aimed at enhancing the effectiveness of DMF operations across the country and promoting learning between states and districts. The workshop will be inaugurated by Union Minister of Coal and Mines, Mr. G. Kishan Reddy, along with Minister of State for Coal and Mines, Mr. Satish Chandra Dubey. The event will be held at SCOPE Complex, CGO Complex, New Delhi, and will see the participation of officials from the Ministry of Mines, representatives from various central ministries, DMF nodal officers from across India, and other stakeholders.
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In addition to the workshop, the ministry is also hosting a week-long exhibition showcasing products made by Self-Help Groups (SHGs) supported under the DMF initiative. This exhibition will run from 9th July to 15th July at Handloom Haat, Janpath, New Delhi, and will be open to the general public. The Union Minister will also inaugurate this exhibition. This dual event is a significant step towards aligning the DMF efforts with the goals of sustainable and inclusive development. It highlights how the Government is working to ensure that the benefits of mining are shared with the communities affected by it.
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About District Mineral Foundations (DMFs)
District Mineral Foundations were set up under the Pradhan Mantri Khanij Kshetra Kalyan Yojana (PMKKKY). The main goal is to work for the welfare and development of people and regions affected by mining activities. So far, DMFs have been established in 646 districts across 23 mining-rich states. Mining companies contribute 10% to 30% of their royalty payments to these DMF funds, which are then used for improving health, education, drinking water, livelihood, and skill development in mining-affected areas.
The Ministry stated that such workshops and exhibitions will not only encourage better implementation of the DMF scheme but also promote cross-learning between districts and empower SHGs by giving them a wider platform.
