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District
Mineral Foundation (DMF) – Gadchiroli

The District Mineral Foundation
(DMF), Gadchiroli has been established in accordance with the
provisions of the Mines and Minerals (Development and Regulation)
Amendment Act, 2015, and functions as a statutory trust under the
administrative control of the District Administration, Gadchiroli.

The Foundation’s primary mandate is to work
for the welfare and development of persons and areas affected by mining
activities, ensuring that the benefits derived from the district’s mineral
wealth are equitably shared with local communities, especially those living in
mining-affected and tribal regions.

DMF Gadchiroli serves as a key
institutional mechanism to bridge the gap between mineral extraction
and community development, ensuring that mining contributes positively to
the social and economic upliftment of the region. The Foundation undertakes
welfare and development programmes focusing on healthcare, education,
skill development, livelihood generation, infrastructure improvement, and
environmental sustainability.

Committed to the principles of transparency,
accountability, and participatory governance, DMF Gadchiroli ensures that
project identification, planning, and implementation are inclusive,
data-driven, and aligned with the aspirations of local communities. Projects
are executed in close coordination with Gram Sabhas, line
departments, and the District Planning Committee, ensuring that
development interventions are both need-based and sustainable.

Vision

To ensure equitable and sustainable
development of mining-affected regions by transforming mineral wealth into
lasting social, economic, and environmental gains for the people of Gadchiroli
district.

Mission

To implement need-based and people-centric
development programmes that enhance the quality of life in mining-affected
regions through focused interventions in health, education, livelihoods,
infrastructure, and environment.

DMF Spending Framework

DMF Gadchiroli follows the spatial and
sectoral spending framework prescribed under the Pradhan Mantri Khanij
Kshetra Kalyan Yojana (PMKKKY) guidelines.

1. Area of Impact Classification

• Directly Affected Areas: Villages and habitations located within a 0–15 km
  radius from mining lease or operational boundaries. These areas
  face the most significant environmental, social, and economic impacts due
  to mining activities.
• Indirectly Affected Areas: Villages and habitations situated within a 15–25
  km radius from the mining lease area, or those indirectly
  impacted by mining-related activities such as transportation, processing,
  or industrial infrastructure.

In accordance with the framework:

• A minimum of 70% of DMF
funds are to be utilized in Directly Affected Areas, and
• A maximum of 30% of DMF funds may be utilized in Indirectly
Affected Areas, ensuring that the communities facing the highest impact
receive priority in development interventions.

2. Sectoral Allocation Framework

DMF Gadchiroli allocates funds in line with
national and state-level guidelines, categorizing development activities
into High Priority Sectors and Other Priority Sectors to
ensure balanced and impactful use of resources.

High Priority Sectors (Minimum 70% of
total DMF funds)

·        
Drinking water supply and sanitation

·        
Health care and nutrition

·        
Education and skill development

·        
Welfare of women, children, and senior citizens

·        
Environmental protection and pollution control

·        
Livelihood and income enhancement for affected
communities

Other Priority Sectors (Maximum 30% of
total DMF funds)

·        
Physical infrastructure (roads, bridges,
electrification, etc.)

·        
Irrigation and watershed development

·        
Energy and water resource management

·        
Rural housing and connectivity

·        
Strengthening of administrative infrastructure
related to DMF implementation

Objectives

·        
To improve the living standards and
socio-economic well-being of mining-affected communities.

·        
To strengthen infrastructure and essential
services in remote and tribal areas.

·        
To promote sustainable livelihoods, skill
development, and employment opportunities.

·        
To enhance access to quality education,
healthcare, and basic amenities.

·        
To ensure ecological restoration and promote
environmental balance.

·        
To uphold transparency, accountability, and
participatory decision-making in fund management and implementation.

Key Focus Areas

·        
Health & Nutrition: Establishment and
strengthening of healthcare infrastructure, mobile medical units, and
maternal-child health programmes.

·        
Education & Skill
Development: Construction and upgradation of schools, hostels, digital
learning facilities, and vocational training centres.

·        
Livelihood & Social Welfare: Promotion
of self-help groups, agriculture and forest-based enterprises, and community
livelihood initiatives.

·        
Infrastructure Development: Improvement of
rural connectivity, electrification, and essential public amenities.

·        
Environment & Water
Conservation: Implementation of afforestation drives, watershed
management, and renewable energy projects.

Conclusion

The District Mineral Foundation,
Gadchiroli is committed to transforming mining-affected regions into
resilient, self-reliant, and thriving communities. Guided by the principles of
sustainability, inclusivity, and transparency, DMF ensures that the mineral
wealth of Gadchiroli contributes to the long-term prosperity, environmental
balance, and holistic development of the district.