First State Mining Readiness Index to Boost Mineral Sector Reforms

On 16th October 2025, the Ministry of Mines released the State Mining Readiness Index (SMRI) and State rankings, which is a significant step to encourage mining sector reforms in States.

What is SMRI?

  • SMRI is a pioneering framework to assess and rank Indian States based on their reform-readiness, operational efficiency, and sustainability practices in the non-coal mining sector.
  • Developed by the Ministry of Mines, it reflects a data-driven approach to strengthening federal governance in resource management.

Purpose

  • Promote healthy competition among States to improve mining governance and operational efficiency.
  • Improve transparency and ease of doing business in mineral auctions and mine development.
  • Encourage ....
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