National DMF Summit 2026

• 25 Mar 2026

On 24th March 2026, the National District Mineral Foundation (DMF) Summit 2026 concluded in New Delhi, focusing on the welfare of mining-affected communities.

• The two-day summit emphasised inclusive and sustainable development.
• The summit stressed transparency and accountability in projects.
• DMF Portal 2.0 was showcased for real-time monitoring.
• Data-driven planning was a key focus area.
• The summit emphasised baseline surveys and impact assessments.
• It aligned with Pradhan Mantri Khanij Kshetra Kalyan Yojana (PMKKKY).
• Discussions included timely fund release and audits.
• Community participation in projects was encouraged.
• Proposal for “model districts” and performance rankings was discussed.