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General authorisation of Inspectors of Mines for instituting prosecution

Ministry of Labour and Employment published this gazette notification (Gazette ID: CG-JH-E-18092024-257207) on 18 September 2024, filed under Extra Ordinary, related to the OSH & Working Conditions Code, 2020. The purpose of this notification is to empower Inspectors of Mines with the authority to initiate legal proceedings against non-compliant mine operators, thereby ensuring stricter adherence to mine safety regulations.

Issue Date
Published
Gazette ID CG-JH-E-18092024-257207
Category Extra Ordinary
Part & Section Part III-Section 1
Related Code OSH & Working Conditions Code, 2020
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Statutory Compliance Summary

Action Required

Mine operators must ensure compliance with mine safety regulations and standards to avoid prosecution, and Inspectors of Mines must exercise their newfound authority to institute prosecutions against non-compliant operators.

Target Roles:
Mine ManagerCompliance OfficerEmployer
Industries Impacted:
Mining

Statutory Penalty Risk

Penalty under the Mines Act, 1952

Statutes & Rules Amended

  • Mines Act, 1952
  • Regulations of Mines, 1957

Purpose

The purpose of this notification is to empower Inspectors of Mines with the authority to initiate legal proceedings against non-compliant mine operators, thereby ensuring stricter adherence to mine safety regulations.

Summary

The Ministry of Labour and Employment has issued a gazette notification authorising Inspectors of Mines to institute prosecutions, aiming to enhance mine safety regulations and enforcement. This move is expected to improve compliance with mine safety standards and reduce accidents in the mining industry.

Frequently Asked Questions

Which ministry issued this gazette notification (CG-JH-E-18092024-257207)?
Ministry of Labour and Employment issued this notification, published on 18-Sep-2024.
What is Gazette Notification CG-JH-E-18092024-257207 about?
The purpose of this notification is to empower Inspectors of Mines with the authority to initiate legal proceedings against non-compliant mine operators, thereby ensuring stricter adherence to mine safety regulations.
Where can I find the official PDF for this notification?
The official gazette PDF is published on egazette.gov.in. An archived copy is also available for download directly from this page, in case the official portal is temporarily unavailable.
Which Labour Code does this notification relate to?
This notification relates to the OSH & Working Conditions Code, 2020.
What compliance action is required under Gazette Notification CG-JH-E-18092024-257207?
Mine operators must ensure compliance with mine safety regulations and standards to avoid prosecution, and Inspectors of Mines must exercise their newfound authority to institute prosecutions against non-compliant operators. No specific compliance deadline is specified in this notification.
Who is impacted by Gazette Notification CG-JH-E-18092024-257207?
This notification primarily targets Mine Manager, Compliance Officer, Employer across the Mining sector(s).
What are the statutory penalties for non-compliance with Gazette Notification CG-JH-E-18092024-257207?
Non-compliance with the provisions of this notification may attract: Penalty under the Mines Act, 1952.

Source: egazette.gov.in ·