Punjab fully geared up for foolproof mining policy: Sidhu

News, Punjab

New Delhi: Ahead of framing a new mining policy for Punjab, state's Local Bodies Minister Navjot Singh Sidhu today discussed with top officials of the Ministry of Mines, Government of India, various aspects of the policy with a view to have a foolproof mining policy in the state.

Besides, "in principle" approval was accorded to the Detailed Project Report (DPR) worth Rs 99 crore prepared by the state government for beautification of historical cities and ensuring adequate facilities for tourists and devotees, in the mission directorate meeting of the Union Tourism Ministry, a state government statement claimed.