Team Goemkarponn
PANAJI: The Directorate of Mines and Geology (DMG) has set up separate district-level committees for North Goa and South Goa to carry out inspections and monitor mining areas during the upcoming monsoon season, with a focus on safety and preparedness for 2026–27.
As per an order issued by Director of Mines and Geology Narayan Gad on May 22, the committees have been constituted following government approval for enhanced monitoring of mining regions during heavy rainfall periods.
The North Goa committee includes officials such as the Director of Mines Safety, Superintendent of Police (North Goa), Deputy Director of Mines, Assistant Mining Engineer, Mamlatdars of Bicholim, Sattari and Bardez, representatives from the Water Resources Department, Range Forest Officers, a nominee from the Goa State Pollution Control Board, and a Geologist from the DMG.
Similarly, the South Goa committee comprises the Director of Mines Safety, Superintendent of Police (South Goa), Deputy Director, Senior Mining Engineer, Mamlatdars of Dharbandora, Sanguem and Quepem, officials from the Water Resources Department, Forest Department personnel, an Assistant Environment Engineer, and a Geologist.
These committees will conduct regular inspections of mining sites to ensure necessary preventive measures are in place during the monsoon. The Director of Mines and Geology will oversee the overall coordination of the exercise.
The order also instructs all concerned departments to depute officers for field inspections within their jurisdictions, with participating officials eligible for TA/DA as per rules.
The initiative aims to reduce risks associated with mining operations during heavy rains and strengthen environmental protection and public safety measures across the state.
