Steel and Mines Minister Prafulla Kumar Mallik on Monday called upon industrialists, mines owners and all other concerned stakeholders to operate as per the laws of land and asked them to work united for development of the State in all forms.
Speaking at a conclave on minerals and metals, the Minister said the State Government has put its observation before the Union Government on the mines Ordinance and the State Government would ensure protection of the State’s interests at any cost.
Expressing dissatisfaction over the slow rate of employment facility to local youths by various industries, companies, the Minister urged all concerned not to sideline such an issue and stressed on skill development of the youths thereby facilitating their employment in the companies. Steel and Mines Secretary RK Sharma highlighted various reforms and proactive measures undertaken by the department for perfect operation of the mine sector.
Industries Secretary Sanjiv Chopra also pointed out that his department has formed four committees at the Additional Chief Secretary level to find out the reasons responsible for the tardy progress of different industries at various locations.
“The committees will submit its report in two months, and basing on the report appropriate measures will be taken,” said Chopra. Industrialists and miners also highlighted their issues while the Minister asked them to submit detailed reports on the issues to the Government instead of individual entities. Indian Chamber of Commerce Director General Rajiv Singh also brought some issues to focus.