Objectives and Function

Functions & Main Activities

The main activities of the Directorate of Mineral Resources are focused on the systematic exploration, development, administration and sustainable utilisation of the mineral resources of the State.

1

Systematic exploration of mineral deposits for preparing mineral inventory.

2

Development and conservation of minerals.

3

Encourage value addition of minerals through promotion of mineral-based industries.

4

Strengthen mineral administration.

5

Enforcement of mineral laws and rules.

6

Collection of royalty and cess to generate revenue.

7

Ensure scientific mining, safety and welfare measures.

8

Contribution by way of Grant-in-Aid and share capital to the Meghalaya Mineral Development Corporation (MMDC) for mineral development activities.