Draft Annual Plan 1973-74 Directorate of Feology and Mining, Madhya Pradesh

Abstract

The Draft Annual Plan 1973-74 for the Directorate of Geology & Mining, Madhya Pradesh, outlines strategic initiatives to enhance mineral resource exploration and development within the state. With a total approved outlay of Rs. 200.00 lakhs for the Fourth Five-Year Plan, Rs. 50.00 lakhs is allocated for the annual plan, emphasizing intensive investigation of mineral resources, establishment of a petrological laboratory, purchase of modern equipment, and the formation of a planning cell for strategic resource management. Madhya Pradesh holds a significant position in India’s mineral landscape, contributing approximately 14% of the national mineral value, with major reserves in iron ore, coal, manganese, bauxite, limestone, and diamonds. Key exploration activities include continuation of geological surveys, bauxite prospecting, and detailed investigations in districts such as Bastar, Jabalpur, Balaghat, Chhindwara, and Panna. The plan prioritizes systematic resource assessment, technological upgrades, and capacity building to optimize the economic contribution of the mining sector. Overall, the annual plan emphasizes sustainable resource management, enhanced exploration efficiency, and the strategic utilization of Madhya Pradesh’s rich mineral wealth to bolster the state’s role in India’s mining economy.