The Mines and Geology Department, Bihar on October 22, 2026, has introduced provisions for Environment Management Cess and Management Fee for mineral concession holders.
The following has been stated:
The cess and management fee shall be payable by mining concession holders, prospecting licence-cum-mining lease holders, permit holders and other concession holders at 1% of the annual auction/settlement amount or consolidated royalty, or at the rate notified by the State Government from time to time.
The amount collected will be utilised for maintenance and strengthening of departmental software and applications, prevention of illegal mining, transportation and storage, environmental protection, and other purposes notified by the Mines and Geology Department.
In case of delayed payment, simple interest at 24% per annum shall be charged from the mineral concession holder. The provisions shall come into force from October 23, 2026.
