New Delhi, March 22, 2026; The Ministry of Mines is set to host the National District Mineral Foundation Summit 2026 on March 23 and 24 at the SCOPE Convention Centre in the national capital, with a focus on improving the utilisation of funds in mining-impacted areas.
Union Minister of Coal and Mines G. Kishan Reddy will inaugurate the two-day event in the presence of Union Minister of State for Coal and Mines Satish Chandra Dubey and Secretary, Ministry of Mines Piyush Goyal.
The summit is centred around enhancing the outcome-driven use of District Mineral Foundation funds, particularly in regions covered under the Aspirational District Programme and Aspirational Block Programme. It seeks to strengthen coordination among various levels of government while identifying key policy improvements.
Senior officials from central ministries, state governments, district administrations, along with representatives from NITI Aayog, are expected to participate in discussions on planning, execution, and monitoring challenges linked to DMF initiatives.
Ahead of the summit, the Ministry conducted extensive consultations with states and districts, gathering inputs on challenges, best practices, and recommendations. These insights have been compiled into a comprehensive document that will guide deliberations during the event.
Key sessions will focus on governance, transparency, fund convergence, and performance evaluation, with presentations by state representatives and expert institutions including BiSAG-N, followed by interactive discussions.
An exhibition showcasing successful DMF-funded projects will also be organised alongside the summit, highlighting initiatives in sectors such as healthcare, education, water supply, skill development, renewable energy, and infrastructure.
The summit is expected to play a crucial role in building consensus on reforms, improving coordination with national development programmes, and ensuring more effective and inclusive use of mineral funds in affected regions.
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