Uranium mining in Meghalaya

This is the hidden danger or uranium mining. While many argue that humans are anyway exposed to radiation from different sources including from soil, construction materials etc., the point is that increasing radiation levels on this planet is exposing humans to grave risks. It is on this crucial point that the people of Meghalaya …

Meghalaya government won't allow uranium mining: CM

by NE NOW NEWS March 12, 2024 4:33 pm. Meghalaya CM Conrad Sangma. SHILLONG: Meghalaya chief minister Conrad Sangma reiterated on Tuesday (March 12) that his government remains steadfast in its stance against allowing uranium mining in the state. His remarks followed reports of an organization purportedly advocating for the …

After coal, NGT glare on illegal stone mining in Meghalaya

After rat-hole coal mining, the National Green Tribunal (NGT) has turned its attention to alleged illegal gravel and stone mining in Meghalaya. Based on a complaint by Assam-based activist Jitul ...

Won't grant NOCs to uranium mining projects in Meghalaya…

With the Central government planning to revive uranium mining in Meghalaya, the Khasi Hills Autonomous District Council (KHADC) has taken the side of the student organisations and NGOs opposing Centre's plans. According to Chief Executive Member of KHADC, P N Syiem, the council has unanimously approved the decision to …

Meghalaya uranium tanks: Experts find high radiation levels …

Also Read: Politics over Meghalaya coal mine tragedy: CM rubbishes reports of rift in MDA Shillong: An expert committee from the North Eastern Hill University (NEHU) has said that radiation levels in tanks at Nongbah Jynrin in South West Khasi Hills are within safe limits. The team, however, found that radiation levels were much higher …

No uranium mining plan in state, confirms HSPDP

SHILLONG, Aug 3: The Hill State People's Democratic Party (HSPDP) on Wednesday said its meeting with the Director of Atomic Mineral Division (AMD) North …

The Environmental Impact of Uranium Mining in …

The Environmental Impact of Uranium Mining in Meghalaya – A case of Domiasiat, West Khasi Hills District Wallamlaibor Lyngkhoi Assistant Professor, Department of …

Unbridled illegal coal mining in Meghalaya despite court ban

Despite a ban on rat-hole mining of coal in Meghalaya by the National Green Tribunal (NGT) in 2014, illegal coal continues to be extracted and moved across borders of Meghalaya. Illegal coal mining has not only been a nemesis to the environment but also a threat to human lives. LCW analysis of news reports shows that nearly 60 people either …

Nuclear Lives: Uranium Mining, Indigenous Peoples, …

Uranium Corporation of India has for long been trying to. get access to the deposits of uranium, but has failed due. to local opposition. During the past two years the. government has stepped up its efforts to allow mining. in Meghalaya and seeks to win over local people with. promises of development.

(PDF) Nuclear lives: Uranium Mining, indigenous peoples, …

This paper discusses the unfolding controversy relating to uranium mining in the West Khasi Hills of Meghalaya. The government-owned Uranium Corporation of India has for long been trying to get ...

Perils of Uranium Mining in Meghalaya: A Ground Report

Perils of Uranium Mining in Meghalaya: A Ground Report. Ankita Anand. When asked about their views on uranium mining in Meghalaya, most local people started with, 'You know it is a very sensitive issue here', and they were not exaggerating. The …

In Pictures | Crumbling hills of Meghalaya

In pictures: Meghalaya, blessed by nature's bounty, has been at the receiving end of greed for the resources that lie beneath its land, with uncontrolled coal mining and illegal limestone mining

Another year, another mining tragedy — why …

Show Full Article. On 13 December 2018, 15 miners died when an illegal "rat-hole" mine — deep narrow tunnels dug into the ground to find coal — at Ksan by water from the Lytein river nearby. In the wake …

Uranium galore, but mining hangs fire in Meghalaya

SHILLONG: The Atomic Minerals Directorate (AMD) for Exploration and Research has found 1,71,672 tonnes of uranium deposits in the country, of which 19,738 tonnes are found in Meghalaya alone ...

Role of the Student Organisation in Uranium Mining at …

raised the voice against the illegal immigrants and anti-foreigners issue, it also opposed to the ... The politics of uranium mining in Meghalaya," Econonic political Weekly,44(7),November 2009, 18-23. 3 " Green signal for uranium mining", in The Shillong Times, dated 31-12-20007

Meghalaya Chief Minister Reaffirms Opposition to Uranium Mining

13 Mar 2024, 1:52 am. SHILLONG: Conrad K Sangma, the Chie­f Minister of Meghalaya, firmly repe­ated his government's opposition to mining uranium in the­ state, following rumors of the project's re­surrection. With organizations appealing to the Ce­ntre for the resumption of this mining activity in Me­ghalaya, Sangma clarified that such ...

Students versus the State: The Politics of Uranium …

dents Union (ksu) in Meghalaya has been engaged in an anti uranium mining agitation against the Uranium Corporation of India Limited's (ucil) proposed plan to start mining in Domiasiat in the West Khasi Hills. The ksu is in opposition to the Meghalaya govern ment's decision to lease 422 hectares of land to ucil for 30 years. The pre-project

Meghalaya: Khasi Hills Autonomous District Council Firmly …

KHADC Chief asserts a resolute stance against uranium mining, plans an eviction drive, and vows to curb illegal trading in the Khasi Hills region. SHILLONG: Pyniaid Sing Syiem, the­ Chief of Khasi Hills Autonomous District Council (KHADC), has firmly called for a halt to uranium mining in the state­.

The Environmental Impact of Uranium Mining in Meghalaya…

The Environmental Impact of Uranium Mining in Meghalaya – A case of Domiasiat, West .. Corresponding Author: Wallamlaibor Lyngkhoi 28 | Page toxic airs of uranium and they are dying of a slow dead. However, sadly and shamefully to cover up this matter from the public, the Khasi Hills Autonomous District Council (KHADC), which is …

Adopt resolution to shut proposals for uranium mining in Meghalaya…

SHILLONG: The Hynniewtrep Youth Council (HYC) has urged Meghalaya chief minister Conrad Sangma, to adopt a resolution in the Assembly to shut all proposals relating to uranium mining in the state. The HYC's demand to adopt a resolution against uranium mining in Meghalaya was made after union minister Dr Jitendra Singh …

Opposing uranium mining: Is it a demand for Permanent …

As the issue of Uranium mining in the State has reemerged and as citizens who is associated with the resistance movement, I wish to place the following before the public: 1. The State of Meghalaya accounts for 16% of Uranium deposits in the Country. It is estimated that Meghalaya alone has about thirteen (13000) thousands of tons of …

High stakes hearing: Meghalaya High Court addresses …

Despite a Supreme Court order to enforce Meghalaya Minerals rules against illegal mining, storage, and transportation, rat-hole mining remains unchecked. Recently, the High Court directed the deployment of the Central Industrial Security Force (CISF) to halt rat-hole mining, a decision that faced objection from the central government in the ...

Mining affected areas and its impact on livelihoods: Meghalaya

The mining of minerals in Meghalaya has provided employment opportunity and newer livelihood options to the local people. To some extent, it has also contributed to the industrial and economic development of the state. However, mining, particularly mining of coal and limestone has severely affected the land and soil, water, air, fishery, forest ...

commentary Students versus the State: The Politics of …

dents Union (KSU) in Meghalaya has been engaged in an anti-uranium mining agitation against the Uranium Corporation of India Limited's (UCIL) proposed plan to start mining in Domiasiat in the West Khasi Hills. The KSU is in opposition to the Meghalaya govern-ment's decision to lease 422 hectares of land to UCIL for 30 years.

Uranium Mining in Meghalaya, India

Uranium Mining in Meghalaya, India. Last update: . TR. AR. CN. FR. ES. IT. Description of the conflict case. Kyelleng-Pyndengsohiong, Mawthabah …

Meghalaya govt to undertake further study at proposed uranium mining

Shillong: The Meghalaya government has decided to undertake further study at the proposed uranium mining sites in South West Khasi Hills district after it was found that radiation level below the source of a rivulet was higher, officials said. "The Government of Meghalaya will undertake a separate study on the rocks and sediments of the stream …

Nuclear Lives: Uranium Mining, Indigenous Peoples, and …

uranium deposits are located on lands belonging to indigenous or tribal peoples. This paper discusses the unfolding controversy relating to uranium mining in the West Khasi Hills …

The Environmental Impact of Uranium Mining …

Mining of uranium in Meghalaya has got a global attention. Even for the developed countries in the world, it came as a surprise for them because they did not expect that this mineral is present in Meghalaya, a remote …

(PDF) 'RAT-HOLE' MINING AND THE 'NGT' BAN: …

The 'Rat-hole' mining in Meghalaya with its distinct character and the imposition of 'NGT' ban since early 2014, is giving rise to an altogether different dynamics to mining scenario and its...

Meghalaya government won't allow uranium mining: CM

SHILLONG: Meghalaya chief minister Conrad Sangma reiterated on Tuesday (March 12) that his government remains steadfast in its stance against allowing …

Natural environmental radiation mapping in parts of Meghalaya…

This paper presents new data on natural environmental radiation mapping in Meghalaya for the first time in India. Two alternate methods have been used to map (1) a regional low-density environmental radiation mapping by using radiation meters, (2) high-resolution radiation mapping of Shillong Basin using the data generated by an integrated …

Meghalaya to study radiation level in uranium mining sites

SHILLONG: The Meghalaya government has decided to undertake a fresh study at the proposed uranium mining sites in South West Khasi Hills district after the reported incident of radiation hazard, officials said on Friday. A senior Meghalaya government official said that after a high level meeting chaired by Chief Secretary M.S. …

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Illegal mining: Supreme Court orders Meghalaya to deposit ... Shimray, U.A. and M.V. Ramana (2007). Uranium mining in Meghalaya: Simmering problem. Economic and Political Weekly, 29: 13-17.