Why in the News?
The Ministry of Coal has launched RECLAIM Framework— A Community Engagement and Development Framework for Mine Closure and Repurposing.
About the RECLAIM Framework:
- Launch: The Ministry of Coal has launched the RECLAIM framework to guide inclusive and sustainable coal mine closures in India.
- Developed By: The framework was developed by the Coal Controller Organisation in collaboration with the Heartfulness Institute.
- Objective: It aims to ensure a just, inclusive, and locally relevant transition for communities affected by mine closures.
- Inclusivity Measures: The framework places special emphasis on gender equity, the inclusion of vulnerable groups, and alignment with Panchayati Raj Institutions to enhance accountability and relevance.
Key Features of the Framework:
- Guidelines: Mine closure guidelines were introduced in 2009 and revised in 2013 and 2020 to improve environmental safety and social accountability.
- Community Engagement: The framework promotes community-centric planning by actively involving local stakeholders in mine closure processes.
- Equity and Representation: It prioritizes the inclusion of women and marginalized groups to ensure that benefits are distributed equitably.
- Institutional Convergence: RECLAIM aligns mine closure planning with existing institutional structures, especially Panchayati Raj Institutions and local governance systems.
- Phased Implementation: The framework follows three phases:
- Pre-Closure: Includes needs assessments and capacity building.
- Closure: Involves participatory execution of closure plans.
- Post-Closure: Focuses on monitoring, livelihood restoration, and asset repurposing.
- Support Tools: RECLAIM is backed by field-tested tools, templates, and methodologies tailored to the Indian mining context.
- Broader Impact: It supports the achievement of Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and can be replicated in other resource-intensive sectors and states.
Challenges in Coal Mine Closure in India:
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