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Central Acts & Codes

Central ActAmended1952

The Mines Act, 1952

The principal legislation for safety, health, and welfare of persons employed in mines in India. Covers coal mines, metalliferous mines, and oil mines.

2 amendments · Last: 1983

Rules & Regulations

Central RulesIn Force2017

The Coal Mines Regulations, 2017

Comprehensive regulations replacing the 1957 regulations, incorporating modern safety standards for coal mining operations including mechanized and opencast mines.

Recent Updates

Notification8 Jan 2024

Coal Mines Regulations 2017 — Methane Monitoring Standards Updated

DGMS has issued updated technical circulars on continuous methane monitoring systems for underground coal mines, specifying sensor placement, alarm thresholds, and mandatory evacuation protocols.

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Amended1 Jun 2023

Mines Act 1952 — Women Permitted in Underground Mines (Amendment)

Amendment removes the blanket prohibition on employment of women in underground mines, permitting their employment in supervisory, technical, and managerial roles between 6 AM and 7 PM.

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