The index of mineral production of mining and quarrying sector in December 2012 was higher by 7.9% compared to that of the preceding month. The mineral sector has shown a negative growth of 4.0% during December 2012 as compared to that of the corresponding month of previous year. The total value of mineral production (excluding atomic and minor minerals) in the country during December 2012 was Rs.18195 crores. The contribution of coal was the highest at Rs.6254 crores (34%).
展开▼