Govt moves SC to prevent atomic minerals mining by private companies

But after rampant irregularities by privat cos were unearthed, the Centre took a policy decision in 2016 "not to auction atomic and rare mineral bearing blocks in question." The govt has moved SC after Delhi HC ordered execution of exploration licence by pvt companies. Considering the nature and strategic importance in defence requirements, govt has decided to mine only through governmental agencies in consultation with DoAE.

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