A.P. reserves 33% quarry leases for Vaddera societies

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The Andhra Pradesh government in India has amended mining rules to reserve 33% of quarry leases for Vaddera societies, including a 50% fee concession. This policy aims to improve the livelihood and promote traditional quarrying communities.

Amended mining rules provide preferential allotment of select minor mineral leases, 50% fee concession and a dedicated quota to improve livelihood opportunities for the traditional quarrying community