Rajasthan announces amnesty scheme for mining leases up to Mar 31, 2021

The Rajasthan government has announced an amnesty scheme for miners.

The mines department’s Arrears and Interest Waiver Scheme, 2022, will be applicable to the outstanding dues of those in the business of minor minerals.

This scheme is being implemented on mining leases, quarry licences, dead rent on a temporary work permit for river sand, royalties, penalties, etc up to March 31, 2021.

Mines Minister Pramod Jain Bhaya said with this scheme, the state government’s outstanding revenue for years would be collected.

“This will save time and money, which otherwise would have been spent on collection,” the minister said, adding