🎯 Key Highlights:

• - The Ministry directed that all existing minor mineral limestone leaseholders must register with the Indian Bureau of Mines (IBM) and continue paying royalty at state-prescribed rates until March 31, 2026. This measure ensures a smooth administrative shift from minor to major mineral status.
• - Mining plans already approved by state governments for limestone extraction will remain valid until March 31, 2027. After this period, leaseholders will be required to obtain fresh approvals in accordance with the revised major mineral classification.
• - To facilitate the transition process, the Ministry has exempted leaseholders from submitting digital aerial images of mining areas and online self-assessment reports under the star rating template until July 1, 2027, easing regulatory compliance during the initial adjustment phase.

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