<h1>Mineral-Bearing States Urged to Use Tech for Monitoring, Enforcement Against Illegal Mining at National Conference.</h1> Union Minister of Mines urged mineral-bearing states to adopt advanced technologies to enhance monitoring and enforcement against illegal mining. Speaking at the National Mines Ministers' Conference in Odisha, he emphasized the government's zero tolerance for illegal mining and the importance of responsible mine closure for environmental sustainability. The Ministry of Environment shared insights on forest conservation, while the Directorate General of Mines Safety discussed safety standards and technological advancements. Eleven states presented their auction processes and strategies for resource utilization, highlighting the ministry's commitment to innovation, efficiency, and equitable distribution of mining benefits.