Question : EFFECT OF NAXALISM ON MINING



(a) whether the mining industry in the country has been affected due to naxal violence;

(b) if so, the details thereof, State-wise; and

(c) the remedial measures taken by the Government in this regard?

Answer given by the minister


MINISTER OF THE STATE IN THE MINISTRY OF HOME AFFAIRS (SHRI AJAY MAKEN)

(a) to (c): During the current year 15 incidents of naxal attack on mining activities (Chhattisgarh-6, Jharkhand-6, Maharashtra-1, Orissa-1, West Bengal-1) have been reported.

State Governments, deal with the various issues related to naxalite activities in the States. The Central Government supplements the efforts of the States over a wide range of schemes.