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News India Live, Digital Desk: Mining Tourism: Jharkhand, also known as the mine of minerals, is known for immense mineral wealth buried under its earth. The identity of this state has always been associated with the mining industry. But now the Jharkhand government has taken a unique initiative which is going to connect the mineral rich history of this state with tourism. This is ‘mining tourism’ i.e. Mining Tourism, which has been launched by the Government of Jharkhand for the first time in the country. This initiative will not only open new doors of tourism but will also introduce people to the real and exciting experience of mining.
Giving information about this important initiative, the Secretary of the Department of Tourism Arts, Culture, Sports and Youth Affairs of the state said that Chief Minister Hemant Soren has inaugurated this ‘mining tourism’ from Jharia and Jamaadoba Collaries. This is the first such attempt of its kind in India, which will give people an opportunity to see the complex and challenging world of the mining industry closely. Till now people used to see the mines only from outside or hear about them, but now they will go inside the mines and know its functioning, challenges and human stories related to it.
The main objective of this initiative is to promote tourism. Jharkhand tourism has always been known for its mountains, waterfalls, temples and wildlife sanctuaries, but it is a completely new idea to bring the mining sector on the tourism map. Mining tourism will provide tourists, especially students, researchers and general visitors a unique and educational experience. They will be able to see the processes of mining of minerals like coal, iron, bauxite etc. directly.
The Secretary further stated that the scheme is not limited to Jharia and Jamadoba colonies only. After the success of the first phase, other major mining sites in the future will also be included in this initiative. The direct benefit of this will be that these mining places which had only a industrial identity for decades, will now also develop as a tourist center. This will not only create new employment opportunities at the local level, but will also boost tourist-related support industries, such as local crafts, guide services and food.
It is also important to understand the challenges related to mining tourism. Mines are safety field sensitive areas, so special measures will be taken to ensure safety of tourists. Expert guides will be appointed which will give tourists information about the interiors and mining processes of the mines and ensure adherence to safety guidelines. This initiative can prove to be a significant turn for both the economy and its global identity of Jharkhand, which will give a new, positive and attractive dimension to its fame related to mineral resources.