(a) whether diamond is being mined in various States of the country and if so, the details thereof, location-wise;
(b) the expenditure incurred by the Government for the purpose during the last three years; and
(c) whether any funds have been sanctioned separately in Chhattisgarh for this purpose and if so, the details thereof?
THE MINISTER OF STATE FOR MINES (SHRI HARIBHAI PARTHIBHAI CHAUDHARY)
(a) Yes, Madam. Presently, diamond is being excavated in the Panna area of Madhya Pradesh State. Details of Mining Leases are as under –
State District Village & Taluk Lessee Area (hect.)
Madhya Pradesh Panna Panna National Mineral Development Corporation Limited 113.33
Madhya Pradesh Panna Panna National Mineral Development Corporation Limited 162.63
(b) No, Madam. No expenditure has been incurred by the Ministry of Mines for the purpose during the last three years.
(c) No, Madam. No funds have been sanctioned separately in Chhattisgarh by the Ministry of Mines for the purpose.
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