#Mineral Resources
Browse all announcements and press releases tagged with Mineral Resources issued by the Government of Tamil Nadu.
Minister for Natural Resources inaugurates tree planting event, distributes safety equipment to workers, and launches mineral resource projects in Ariyalur district on World Environment Day
On the occasion of World Environment Day, Hon'ble Minister for Natural Resources Dr. T.K. Prabhu inaugurated a mega tree planting event in Ariyalur district, distributed safety equipment to workers, and launched mineral resource foundation funded projects.
Quarry violations: 67 temporarily shut down, 469 vehicles seized, illegal mining identified and government action taken
Following inspections across quarries in Tamil Nadu under the orders of the Hon'ble Minister for Natural Resources, 67 quarries operating with violations have been temporarily shut down. Additionally, 469 vehicles involved in illegal mineral transport have been seized, and illegal mining has been identified in 78 locations.
Honourable Minister for Natural Resources, Dr. T.K. Prabhu, orders inspection of all quarries across Tamil Nadu.
Following complaints of excessive stone quarrying beyond government-permitted limits and illegal operations in many places across Tamil Nadu, the Honourable Minister for Natural Resources, Dr. T.K. Prabhu, has ordered an inspection of all quarries and submission of a report.