MOIL Limited has announced that it has received a penalty order amounting to ₹16.77 crore from the Collector of Balaghat, Madhya Pradesh, for exceeding environmental clearance (EC) and consent to operate (CTO) limits at its Tirodi Mine. The violations occurred during two separate periods: 1993-1996 and 2006-2009.
Key Details:
- Authority: Collector, Balaghat District, Madhya Pradesh
- Penalty Amount: ₹16,77,08,724.88
- Violation Periods:
- 1993-94 to 1995-96
- 2006-07 to 2008-09
- Context: The penalty is based on a Supreme Court order in the case of Common Cause vs. Union of India & Others, dated August 2, 2017, which addressed similar mining violations.
Company’s Response:
MOIL stated that it will file an appeal against the penalty before the appellate authority. The company also clarified that the order will not impact its operations or other activities.
MOIL reaffirmed its commitment to compliance with regulatory and environmental standards, and it is taking the necessary steps to address the issue through the appropriate legal channels.
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