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Bihar Mines Revenue Hits Rs 3,592 Crore, Eyes Rs 3,850 Crore Target

The Bihar Department of Mines and Geology reported a revenue increase to Rs 3,592.60 crore for the 2025-26 financial year. Despite the gain, the department faced significant losses from surrendered sand mining sites and a drop in revenue from executing departments. Minister Vijay Kumar Sinha expressed confidence in recovering pending dues to potentially cross Rs 3,800 crore in total collections. The department has also planned new stone mining leases to boost future revenue and create jobs within the state.

Key Points: Bihar Mines Revenue Rises to Rs 3,592 Crore in FY 2025-26

  • Revenue up by Rs 56 crore
  • Setback from 78 surrendered sand ghats
  • Pending dues of Rs 309 crore expected
  • 21 districts exceed targets
  • New stone mining leases planned
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Bihar Mines dept revenue rises to Rs 3,592.60cr in 2025-26, up Rs 56cr

Bihar's Mines Dept revenue grows to Rs 3,592.60 crore despite challenges. Minister Vijay Sinha details recovery plans and new mining leases.

"The department remains on track to achieve its revenue target of Rs 3,850 crore. - Vijay Kumar Sinha"

Patna, April 1

The Bihar Department of Mines and Geology has recorded total revenue of Rs 3,592.60 crore in the financial year 2025-26, marking an increase of Rs 56.39 crore compared to the previous fiscal.

Addressing a press conference in Patna on Wednesday, Deputy Chief Minister and Mines and Geology Minister Vijay Kumar Sinha said the department remains on track to achieve its revenue target of Rs 3,850 crore.

He noted that revenue stood at Rs 3,536.21 crore in 2024-25 and rose to Rs 3,592.60 crore in 2025-26.

The growth came despite setbacks, including the surrender of 78 sand ghats (riverbank mining sites), which resulted in an estimated revenue loss of around Rs 600 crore.

Sinha also said revenue from executing departments declined during the year. While Rs 511 crore was received in 2024-25, the figure dropped to Rs 369 crore in 2025-26, reflecting a shortfall of about Rs 150 crore.

He added that due to technical reasons, the department could not realise Rs 309 crore from various agencies by the close of the financial year on March 31, 2026.

However, he expressed optimism that pending dues -- Rs 32 crore from the Railways, Rs 70 crore from the Rural Works Department, Rs 20 crore from the CPWD, and Rs 6.5 crore from the Patna Metro -- would be recovered soon. With these collections, the department is expected to cross Rs 3,800 crore in total revenue.

The minister said 21 districts have exceeded their respective revenue targets and congratulated officials and staff for their performance.

Taking a strict stance, Sinha announced that companies that surrendered their sand mining leases will be barred from participating in future tenders.

He attributed the surrender of 78 sand ghats to stringent action against overloading and illegal mining.

He also informed that fresh tenders have been issued for 12 sand ghats.

In addition, Rs 4.90 lakh has been disbursed to 96 recipients under the "Bihari Mining Warrior Award" in recognition of their contributions.

Looking ahead, Sinha said the department has identified 30 blocks for stone mining leases to further boost revenue. The move is expected to reduce dependence on imports from other states and generate employment opportunities within Bihar.

- IANS

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Priya S
Strict action against illegal mining is the most important takeaway here! 👏 Surrendering leases due to overloading checks is a positive sign, even if it caused a short-term revenue dip. Sustainability over quick money any day. The Mining Warrior Award is also a nice gesture.
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Aman W
Rs 3,592 crore sounds impressive, but per capita, what does it mean for Bihar? The plan for stone mining blocks to reduce imports from other states is smart. Will create local jobs and keep money within Bihar. Hope they execute it well without environmental damage.
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Sarah B
Interesting data. The revenue from "executing departments" dropped significantly (Rs 511 cr to Rs 369 cr). That's a worrying trend that needs more explanation than just "technical reasons". Transparency in how these massive sums are collected and spent is crucial.
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Vikram M
Congratulations to the 21 districts that exceeded targets! 🎉 This shows hard work at the ground level. Barring companies that surrendered leases from future tenders is a strong message. No more casual attitude. Now, please recover the dues from Railways and Patna Metro ASAP.
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Kavya N
The headline number is good, but the details show a department struggling with recoveries. Rs 309 crore not realized is a huge amount. Hope this revenue directly benefits the people through better infrastructure and not just remains a statistic.

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