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Jharkhand Prepares to Open India’s First Guided Mining Tours

Site preparations are ramping up at North Urimari after completion of safety checks alongside finishing guide training.

Overview

  • JTDC has scheduled twice-weekly group bookings of 10–20 visitors to begin operations at the North Urimari open-cast mine.
  • CCL is supplying safety gear, conducting final clearance assessments and deploying trained guides for each tour.
  • On-site work is underway to prepare pathways and support facilities across the North Urimari site and linked circuits.
  • The five-year MoU signed on July 21 formalises a collaboration aimed at boosting education and local employment through theme-based mining tourism.
  • Future circuits will integrate nearby attractions such as Palani Falls, Patratu Valley and Tiru Falls to create holistic visitor experiences.