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Union Home Minister and Minister of Cooperation Shri Amit Shah and Minister for Coal and Mines Shri G. Kishan Reddy reviewed situation of illegal coal mining and coal theft
Review of Illegal Coal Mining and Theft in India
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Samachar Pathshala Desk
Published 5 Jul 2026 · 1 min
Union Home Minister and Minister of Cooperation Shri Amit Shah and Minister for Coal and Mines Shri G. Kishan Reddy reviewed the situation of illegal coal mining and theft in a high-level meeting in New Delhi.
During the meeting, the Home Minister expressed concern over the worsening situation of illegal coal mining and theft in Dhanbad and nearby areas.
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Coal Mining Regulation
The review highlights the government's active role in managing illegal mining, crucial for environmental regulation.
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