Coal Ministry to launch RECLAIM framework for inclusive mine closure & community development –

The Ministry of Coal will launch R E C L A I M – A Community Engagement and Development Framework tomorrow for Mine Closure and Repurposing. The Ministry, in a statement, said that the framework serves as a structured guide for inclusive community engagement and development throughout the mine closure and post-closure phases. It offers a practical, step-by-step approach to institutionalising community participation in the transition process. The framework is supported by a suite of actionable tools, templates, and field-tested methodologies tailored to the Indian context. Under it, special emphasis is placed on gender inclusivity, the representation of vulnerable groups, and alignment with Panchayati Raj Institutions, ensuring that the transition is equitable and locally relevant.