Minerals are the natural resources most easily converted to cash. This drives rent seeking, illegal mining, bending of rules, turning a blind eye to violations, under and over invoicing and…
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The Wire: National Mineral Policy Review – A Golden Chance for Change
While illegal mining is worrying, what is little understood is the enormous loot that is taking place legally. Mineral owners sometimes receive less than 5% of the value of minerals. https://thewire.in/189891/national-mineral-policy/
Representations in support of our campaign
There have been a number of representations in support of this campaign. This includes Video Volunteers SETU: Centre for Social Action and Change Samata India Oxfam India Dhaatri Trust Sakhi…
Launch of The Future We Need Campaign
Press Conference Note DOWNLOAD LINK Goa Foundation (GF), mines, minerals & People (mm&P), Common Cause and the Goenchi Mati Movement (GMM) jointly launch The Future We Need Campaign. Following the directions of the Supreme Court, the Dr.…