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AAROH — Scientific Mine Closure
📅 Published 24 Jul 2026 · July 2026
AAROH — Scientific Mine Closure
What is AAROH?
AAROH — Annual Report on Mine Closure
- Released by: Ministry of Coal
- Prepared by: Coal Controller Organisation (CCO)
- Significance: India's first comprehensive documentation of scientific mine closure and post-mining land repurposing.
- Scientifically closed coal mines documented: 42
- Closed during the last year: 33
Other Development
Coal NEER Plants were inaugurated through:
- BCCL
- CCL
- MCL
- SECL
UPSC Angle
GS-III: Mining + environmental restoration + sustainable development.
Prelims Hook:
AAROH → Mine Closure → CCO → 42 scientifically closed coal mines
📝 Relevant Exams:
UPSC