Mines dept targets ₹11,000cr revenue, geologists get performance goal

Karnataka mines and geology department targets record ₹11,000 crore revenue in current financial year, a nearly 70% jump from previous year's ₹6,500 crore.

Every district geologist will be assigned performance targets on revenue mobilisation, inspections, and field work under a target-driven approach.

Department aims to mobilise ₹2,000 crore through one-time settlement (OTS) scheme over next six months by clearing long-pending cases.

Mines secretary Rohini Sindhuri directed intensified inspections and worker safety enforcement after a recent fatal quarry accident in Bengaluru Rural district.

Administrative reshuffle completed with 98% of transferred officers reporting to new postings to improve transparency and accountability.