The Jharkhand Chapter of Indian Chamber of Commerce (ICC) Successfully Organized the 6th Sustainable Mining Summit at Hotel BNR Chanakya in Ranchi on 23rd August 2025. The half-day summit brought together senior industry leaders, policymakers, academics, and civil society representatives to deliberate on advancing sustainable and responsible mining practices in India. The session began with the ceremonial lighting of the lamp, reaffirming the industry’s commitment towards sustainability.
Experts Discussed Government Collaboration in Mining
In his inaugural address, Dr. Amritanshu Prasad, Chairman of ICC Jharkhand and CEO of BRMC, a company associated with Thriveni Sainik Mining, said that the mining sector, being resource intensive, must integrate sustainability into every aspect of its operations. He highlighted the need for collaboration, P.K. Dixit, Director (Projects), MECON, noted that transformation in the mineral sector cannot be achieved by a single entity. “It requires a strong partnership between Government, industry, and consultancy organizations. Jharkhand, with its rich mineral base and skilled manpower, has the potential to emerge as a global leader,” he observed.
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Mr. Sanjeev Shekhar, Head of Corporate Affairs of Adani Power said that the need to balance mining growth with responsibility, safety, and sustainability. He praised Jharkhand’s adoption of clean technologies, digitization, and automation to improve efficiency and safety while minimizing pollution. He also pointed out that ensuring land acquisition clarity, compensatory afforestation support, and regulatory stability are important for Jharkhand to become a model of responsible mining.
Speakers agreed that the future of mining in India lies in a model that balances industrial needs with community interests and ecological safeguards. The summit served as a platform for industry and policymakers to discuss pathways for sustainable practices, while also reiterating that mining companies must take responsibility beyond resource extraction to contribute to long-term environmental and social well-being.
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