Kishtwar Seminar Highlights Importance of Responsible Mining Practices

District Mineral Office Organizes Awareness Programme cum Seminar on Responsible Mining and Environmental Conservation at Kishtwar

Kishtwar,05-08-2023:The District Mineral Office Kishtwar under the aegis of Meri Matti Mera Desh, organized an informative awareness programme cum seminar at the Conference Hall, DC Office Complex Kishtwar.

The event witnessed active participation from approximately 150 attendees, including Heads of HydroElectric Power Project, Mining lease holders, representatives and owners of Stone crushers, as well as representatives of NGOs.

The programme, chaired by Dr. Brijesh Kumar Manhas, District Mineral Officer Kishtwar, emphasized the importance of responsible mining practices and the urgent need for environmental conservation. Dr. Manhas urged the attendees to strictly adhere to the government’s guidelines during mineral extraction to ensure sustainable development and preservation of natural resources.

During his address, Dr. Manhas encouraged corporate entities and mining lease holders to take up plantation drives across vulnerable areas, including sliding areas, project sites, as a step towards ensuring long-term environmental serenity.

The seminar featured resource persons from various organizations, with L.M.S Parihar Founder cum Advisor of Vishwashanti NGO for peace, Environment & Rural Development providing a detailed insight into environmental preservation for future generations. Parihar shed light on anthropogenic activities that contribute to environmental degradation and sensitized participants about the social responsibilities of corporates in promoting sensible mining practices.

The event aimed to foster a deeper understanding of responsible mining practices and create awareness about the essential role each individual and organization plays in preserving the environment for a sustainable future.