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The Mines Act, 1952
The principal legislation for safety, health, and welfare of persons employed in mines in India. Substantially superseded by the OSH Code 2020 for safety and working conditions. Covers coal mines, metalliferous mines, and oil mines.
The Coal Mines Regulations, 2017
Comprehensive regulations replacing the Coal Mines Regulations 1957, incorporating modern safety standards for coal mining operations including mechanized and opencast mines. Issued by the Directorate General of Mines Safety (DGMS).
The Metalliferous Mines Regulations, 2012
Comprehensive regulations replacing the Metalliferous Mines Regulations 1961, prescribing modern safety standards for metalliferous (non-coal) mines including iron ore, bauxite, limestone, and other mineral mines. Issued by the Directorate General of Mines Safety (DGMS).