The Tata Steel’s Sukinda Chromite Mine (SCM) in Jajpur district has become the first in India to roll out a pilot project on the Sustainable Development Framework (SDF).
Union Mines Secretary Balvinder Kumar formally launched the project at the mine on Thursday.
A concept promoted by the Union Mines Ministry for development of a culture of sustainable mining, the SDF aims at integrating social, environmental and economic value in decisions and operations of mining companies in a transparent and accountable manner for mineral conservation, environment and corporate social responsibility at its core.
In order to develop a complete database covering the basic principles of sustainable mining, the Indian Bureau of Mines (IBM), Bhubaneswar region has selected the Sukinda mine to espouse the format developed for further deliberations and its customisation for all the mines in the State as well as in the country.
The Mines Secretary said this would set an example for other mines to follow for making te Indian mining industry more sustainable in days to come.
Tata Steel Group Director (Corporate Communication and Regulatory Affairs) Chanakya Chaudhary said as a responsible corporate, the company has always been taking measures for sustainable mining with adequate focus on protection of environment, energy conservation and social inclusion.