Ranchi Hosts 6th ICC Summit on Sustainable Mining

Ranchi: The Jharkhand Chapter of the Indian Chamber of Commerce (ICC) successfully hosted the 6th Sustainable Mining Summit at Hotel BNR Chanakya in Ranchi on August 23. The half-day event brought together senior industry leaders, policymakers, academics, and civil society representatives to discuss the future of sustainable and responsible mining in India.

The summit began with the traditional lighting of the lamp, symbolizing the industry’s renewed commitment to sustainability in mining.

Experts Emphasize Collaboration for Responsible Mining

Delivering the inaugural address, Dr. Amritanshu Prasad, Chairman of ICC Jharkhand and CEO of BRMC (associated with Thriveni Sainik Mining), underlined the importance of sustainability in mining.

“The mining sector, being resource-intensive, must integrate sustainability into every aspect of its operations,” Dr. Prasad said, calling for a strong synergy between industry and government.

Adding to the perspective, P.K. Dixit, Director (Projects), MECON, emphasized that transformation in the mineral sector cannot be achieved in isolation.

“It requires a strong partnership between government, industry, and consultancy organizations. Jharkhand, with its rich mineral base and skilled manpower, has the potential to emerge as a global leader,” he noted.

Adani Power on Balancing Growth and Sustainability

Speaking on behalf of the private sector, Sanjeev Shekhar, Head of Corporate Affairs, Adani Power, stressed the importance of balancing mining growth with responsibility, safety, and ecological considerations.

He praised Jharkhand for adopting clean technologies, digitization, and automation to improve efficiency and safety while reducing environmental pollution.

Shekhar also highlighted the challenges of regulatory clarity and land acquisition, while suggesting that compensatory afforestation support and long-term policy stability are vital for Jharkhand to position itself as a model state for responsible mining.

Summit Outcomes and Shared Vision

All speakers agreed that the future of mining in India depends on striking a balance between industrial needs, community interests, and ecological safeguards.

The summit concluded with a consensus that mining companies must take responsibility beyond resource extraction. This includes contributing to long-term environmental sustainability, social development, and community well-being.

The ICC reiterated that sustainable mining should not only be about profit and production but also about creating a responsible ecosystem for future generations.

Key Highlights of the 6th ICC Sustainable Mining Summit

• Hosted by ICC Jharkhand Chapter on 23rd August 2025 in Ranchi.
• Attended by policymakers, industry leaders, and academics.
• Discussions centered on government-industry collaboration, technological adoption, and environmental responsibility.
• Industry leaders stressed the need for regulatory clarity, afforestation efforts, and social accountability.
• Consensus: Sustainable mining must balance industry growth with ecological and community interests.