Environmental Impact Assessment of Iron Ore Mine in GOA

Sangeeta Vasudeo Rashivdekar, Dr. G. S. Kulkarni

Abstract: The Mining industry in India is a major economic activity which contributes significantly to the economy of India. Though mining is an essential factor in economic growth, it does have a significant effect on the environment which cant be refuted. In essence of preserving the environmental aspects, government of India has put on huge restriction on mining in the country. Here environmental impact assessment (EIA) can be very helpful for mining industry to maximize the production with respect to minimizing environmental damage. EIA also helps assist governing body of the region to maintain mining regulations. EIA is helpful in other industrial sectors as well. Here EIA terms are observed using a case study.

Keywords: EIA, MoEF