A Complex Regulatory Regime
The mining industry is regulated under the Mines and Minerals Act, 1957, and rules on mineral concessions, environmental protection and forest conservation. Compliance requires coordination with multiple bodies, while legal issues extend to land acquisitions, rehabilitation, and community rights. Recent reforms like auction-based allocation, amendments to mining legislation and the National Mineral Policy 2019 aim to boost investment, improve transparency and promote sustainable practices in the sector. As mining intersects with environmental safeguards and community engagement, the legal landscape continues to shift in response to broader policy and societal expectations.
Our Mining Sector Expertise
We approach work in the mining industry with a focus on legal clarity and industry relevance, supporting projects that demand alignment across legal, technical and commercial strategies. We collaborate with specialists in geology, engineering, ESG and finance to address complex legal questions effectively. We have worked across a spectrum of commodities, spanning coal, bauxite, iron ore and limestone, as well as rare earth minerals. Through familiarity with state-specific frameworks and evolving policies, we help clients address legal issues with an informed perspective.
How We Support the Mining Industry
Regulatory Compliance & Licensing
We advise on compliance with mining laws, environmental and forest clearances, mineral concessions, land acquisition and related approvals; also assisting with engagement across central and state-level authorities.
Transactions
Our team structures and negotiates contracts for project development, joint ventures, acquisitions, mineral offtake, long-term supply, equipment procurement, and various EPC arrangements.
ESG & Sustainability
We support clients in meeting environmental obligations and conducting social impact assessments, navigating community consent requirements and aligning with corporate sustainability frameworks.
Dispute Resolution
We represent parties in regulatory, contractual, land and concession-related disputes before courts, tribunals and arbitral forums, both domestic and international.
Investment and Structuring
We advise foreign investors and Indian companies on inbound and outbound investments, FDI regulations, joint ventures, exchange control laws and repatriation strategies.
Taxation and Fiscal Strategy
We guide on mining-specific tax matters, royalties, GST, and customs duties on the import and export of minerals or equipment, transfer pricing and international tax structuring.
Project Finance and Banking
We assist with financing structures for mining projects, including debt, equity and hybrid instruments and security arrangements. We also advise on lender negotiations and risk mitigation.
Supply Chain & Infrastructure
We address legal issues in mineral logistics, port access, haulage, warehousing and integration with transportation networks. We also advise on infrastructure development and PPP models.
International Trade & Exports
We advise on trade regulations applicable to the import/export of ores, refined minerals, mining equipment, trade compliance, export licensing, anti-dumping issues and bilateral trade arrangements.
Land & Community Engagement
We manage land acquisition, stakeholder consultations and compliance with local governance frameworks, including PESA and other tribal rights laws.
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