Pradhan Mantri Khanij Kshetra Kalyan Yojana (PMKKKY) is a central government scheme for the welfare of areas and people affected by mining operations. It is implemented by District Mineral Foundations (DMFs) using the funds that come from mining royalties. The scheme guidelines are available to download in PDF format at mines.gov.in.
PMKKKY was first launched in 2015. Later, on 15 January 2024, the Central Government issued revised PMKKKY guidelines under section 20A of the Mines and Minerals (Development and Regulation) (MMDR) Act, 1957. State Governments were directed to include the revised scheme in the DMF rules framed by them. As of 2026, the scheme continues to run in mining-affected districts across the country.
PM Khanij Kshetra Kalyan Yojana (PMKKKY)
The main aim of the PMKKKY scheme is to bring steady development to mining-affected areas and improve the lives of the people living there. The objectives of the scheme are:
- to run various development and welfare projects in mining-affected areas that add to the ongoing schemes of the State and Central Government;
- to reduce the bad effects of mining, both during and after mining, on the environment, health and the socio-economic condition of people in mining districts; and
- to make sure that the affected people get long-term and steady ways to earn a living in mining areas.
Under the revised guidelines of 2024, at least 70% of the DMF funds must be spent on high priority areas. These include drinking water supply, environment preservation and pollution control, health care, education, welfare of women and children, welfare of aged and differently abled people, skill development and livelihood generation, sanitation, housing, agriculture and animal husbandry.
The remaining up to 30% of the funds can be used for other priority areas such as physical infrastructure, irrigation, energy and watershed development, and other measures that improve the environmental quality of the mining district. This split makes sure that the money reaches the people who are affected the most by mining work, including tribals and forest dwellers.
Highlights of PMKKKY
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Scheme Name | Pradhan Mantri Khanij Kshetra Kalyan Yojana (PMKKKY) |
| Launched By | Ministry of Mines, Government of India |
| Implemented By | District Mineral Foundations (DMFs) |
| Beneficiaries | People and areas affected by mining |
| Funds for High Priority Areas | At least 70% of DMF funds |
| Funds for Other Priority Areas | Up to 30% of DMF funds |
| Official Website | mines.gov.in |
How the Scheme Works
The scheme is run by the District Mineral Foundation of each mining district. The DMF collects a share of the royalty paid by mining lease holders and uses this money to fund development projects in the district. The projects are chosen based on the needs of the affected areas and people.
To see the latest guidelines, visit the official Ministry of Mines website at mines.gov.in. The revised PMKKKY guidelines PDF can be downloaded from the site. For district-level details, the National DMF portal at dmfindia.mines.gov.in gives the latest information on projects and fund use.
FAQ's
Is the PMKKKY scheme still running in 2026?
Yes, the scheme is still running. It is implemented by District Mineral Foundations in mining-affected districts using the funds collected from mining royalties.
What is the fund split under the revised guidelines?
As per the revised guidelines of 2024, at least 70% of the funds go to high priority areas like drinking water, health, education and skill development. Up to 30% can be used for other priority areas like physical infrastructure and irrigation.
Where can I download the PMKKKY guidelines PDF?
The guidelines PDF is available on the official Ministry of Mines website at mines.gov.in. The revised guidelines of 2024 can be downloaded from the same site.
Who runs the scheme at the district level?
The District Mineral Foundation (DMF) of each mining district runs the scheme using the DMF funds that come from mining royalties.
