The Preamble
Mining, Geological and Metallurgical Institute of India (MGMI), established way back on 16th January 1906, is an internationally acclaimed professional body and is one of the oldest institutions of its kind in the world. Since inception, it has been working to promote and advance the mining, mineral and allied industries. The Asian Mining Congress (AMC) and International Mining Exhibition (IME), held concurrently, are biennial international events organized by MGMI. These flagship events provide ample opportunities to all stakeholders including practising engineers, machinery manufacturers, planners, regulators, academicians, scientists and policy makers, for sharing their knowledge, experience and expertise and exhibit their products that can benefit the mining and mineral industries, not only in the Asian region but also globally.
The first AMC and IME were held in January 2006 to commemorate MGMI centenary. Since then, the Asian Mining Congress and International Mining Exhibition (IME) are being held regularly at Kolkata simultaneously. The last edition, 10th AMC and IME were held in November 2023. There was wonderful response to each of these events with the participation of a large number of delegates from India and abroad. Useful contributions by experts from Asian countries including Bangladesh, China, Indonesia, Iran, Mongolia, Oman, Nepal, Pakistan, Russia, Thailand, Turkey etc. besides the Indian Mineral Industries boosted the events. The conference proceedings were further enriched with valuable articles and addresses from eminent professionals from Australia,
Canada, France, Germany, Poland, South Africa, Sweden, UK and USA.
The 11th Asian Mining Congress and International Mining Exhibition will be held during October 30- 31, 2025 in J W Marriott, Kolkata. For this conference, invitations are being extended to all stakeholders in Indian Mineral and Equipment industry along with all mineral-rich Asian countries for active participation. Other countries, which have made significant advancements in the evolution of the best mining practices and technological innovations, are also being requested to participate.
The Background
The Asia region is a significant producer of metal ores and minerals including coal – the production of some major metal commodities accounts for more than half of the worlds total. This region is also the main producer and consumer of coal. However, increasing depth and complexities of mineral deposits, efficient processing and utilisation of coal, minerals and metals and value addition are major technical challenges. Combating the menace of climate change, implementing energy transition and living up to strong societal expectations are serious concerns.
Strangely, the mining activities remain enigmatic to the society, though mining footprints are omnipresent in most of our household items as well as in many technological breakthroughs. Thus, the Mining Sector in particular and the Mineral Sector at large have to be more responsible and responsive to make their contribution to nation-building more visible.
Innovative & Responsible Mining for Inclusive Growth
Lead Topics
- Application of Advanced Geoscience in Mining and Mineral Sectors.
- Issues Related to Deep Opencast, Highwall, Offshore and Placer Mining.
- Planning for Transition from Opencast to Underground and Reopening of Underground Mines.
- Advancements in Deep Underground Mass Production Technologies.
- Mine Mechanization and Automation to Enhance Productivity and Safety.
- Suitable Policies and Methodologies for Exploration, Extraction and Utilisation of Critical, Strategic and Minor Minerals.
- Application of ICT in Exploration and Mining.
- Recent Advancements in Mineral and Coal Processing, Beneficiation and Extractive Metallurgy Including By-product Recovery and Value Addition.
- Innovations in the Oil and Gas Industry, Prospects of CBM, Shale Gas, Underground/Surface Coal Gasification, Gas Hydrate, Coal to Oil/Gas/Methanol/Hydrogen.
- The Pathways for Just Transition and Net Zero Emission in Coal and Related Sectors.
- Environmental and Safety Aspects in Mining Industries with special reference to Climate Change.
- Corporate Social Responsibility and Community Engagement
Mining, Geological & Metallurgical Institute of India (MGMI)
MGMI has been promoting the cause of the mineral industry since its inception on 16 January 1906. It has always been on the forefront of professional societies in mining and geosciences around the world. MGMI has always provided a forum for sharing experiences and learning of the latest in best practices and technology. The Institute presently has around 3000 members serving the mineral and allied industries. The institute has its headquarters at Kolkata and one of its branch offices in Kolkata and 18 more branches throughout the country.
Patron
- Dr N Kalaiselvi, DG, CSIR & Secretary, DSIR
- Shri Vikram Dev Dutt, Secretary Coal
Principal Coordinators
- President, MGMI: Shri J P Dwivedi, CMD, WCL
- Secretary, MGMI: Shri Ranajit Talapatra, Former GM, CIL
National Advisory Committee
- Chairman: Shri P M Prasad, Chairman, CIL
- Member: Shri Amarendu Prakash, Chairman, SAIL
- Member: Shri M Prasanna Kumar, CMD, NLC
- Member: Shri Ajit Kumar Saxena, CMD, MOIL
- Member: Dr S K Satpati, CMD, UCIL
- Member: Dr Ranjit Rath, CMD, Oil India Ltd
- Member: Shri Shantanu Roy, CMD, BEML
- Member: Shri Brijendra Pratap Singh, CMD, NALCO
- Member: Shri I D Narayan, CMD, MECL
Conference Committee
- Chairman: Shri Uday Kaole, CMD, MCL
- Co-Chairman: Shri DB Sundara Raman, VP, Tata Steel
- Convenor: Shri Ranajit Talapatra, Former GM, CIL
- Co-Convenor: Shri Ajit Singh Choudhary, MD, EliTech Earth Sciences
Technical Committee
- Chairman: Dr Amalendu Sinha, Former Director, CSIR-CIMFR
- Editors: Dr B C Sarkar, Dr P K Mandal, Dr M P Roy
Exhibition Committee
- Chairman: Shri B Sairam, CMD, NCL
- Co Chairman: Shri J P Goenka, MD, NMC
- Convenor: Shri Prasanta Roy, HoD (Geology), CIL
- Chairman, Buyer Seller Meet: Shri V K Arora, Chief Mentor, KCT Bros. Ltd.
Finance & Resources Committee
- Chairman: Shri Nilendu Kumar Singh, CMD, CCL
- Convenor: Dr C S Singh, GM, CIL
Cultural Committee
- Chairman: Shri Satish Jha, CMD, ECL
- Co-Chairman: Shri Niladri Roy, D(T), ECL
- Convenor: Shri Awadh Kishore Pandey, GM, MCL
Tentative Programme for the 11th Asian Mining Congress & 11th IME
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9.00 am: Registration
9.30 am: Inauguration of the Congress 11th AMC & IME 2025
10.30 am to 1.30 pm: Plenary/Keynote Session
2.30 pm to 6.00 pm: Technical Sessions
9.30 am to 1.30 pm: Technical Sessions
2.30 pm to 4.30 pm: Technical Sessions & IME 2025 continues
4.30 pm to 5.00 pm: Panel Discussion
5.00 pm to 6.00 pm: Valedictory Function
IME 2025 Exhibition continues
11th IME continues and concludes at 5:00 pm
Call For Papers
Abstract (about 400 words without any diagram, chart or footnote) of Technical Papers are invited from interested authors on the lead topics identified above for the Congress.
We are putting our best efforts to get the papers published through Springer. The date of full paper submission may be brought forward.
Please watch this space.
Cut-off Dates Are As Follows
Abstract
Submission
31st March, 2025
Abstract Acceptance
Notification
15th April, 2025
Last Date of Full Paper
Submission for MGMI Publication
15th May, 2025
Acceptance Notifications of Full Paper After Review
15th June, 2025
Abstract
Submission
31st March, 2025
Abstract Acceptance
Notification
15th April, 2025
Last Date of Full Paper Submission for Springer Publication
1st May, 2025
Last Date of Full Paper
Submission for MGMI Publication
15th May, 2025
Acceptance Notifications of Full Paper After Review
20th May, 2025 -Springer 15th June, 2025 - MGMI
Participation
The Congress aims at the global participation of practising engineers, managers, planners, policy makers, equipment manufacturers, technology consultants, engineering companies, regulators, scientists, academicians and other mining professionals to interact on various issues related to the Mining and Mineral Industries, especially in Asia. All major mineral producing countries are expected to present country status papers.
Conference Delegate Registration Fee
Indian Delegates
in INR (₹)- Delegate: ₹30,000
- Authors: ₹15,000
- Accompanying Spouse: ₹5,000
- Faculty from Academic/Research Institutions: ₹10,000
- Research Fellow: ₹5,000
- Student: ₹2,500
Overseas Delegates
in USD ($)- Delegate: $1,000
- Overseas Author: $500
- Delegate from Overseas/SAARC Countries: $750
- Accompanying Spouse: $200
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Advertisement Tariff (Colour) in Congress Souvenir Volume
| Position | Charges |
|---|---|
| Back Cover Page | ₹1,00,000 / $2,000 |
| Inside Front Cover Page | ₹75,000 / $1,500 |
| Special Page | ₹60,000 / $1,200 |
| Inside Back Page | ₹50,000 / $1,000 |
| Full Page | ₹20,000 / $400 |
Note: Additional 18% GST will be applicable as per Govt. of India Rules.
Promotional Opportunity and Sponsorship
| Category | Fee (INR - ₹) | Fee (USD - $) | Free Advertisement in Souvenir & Display in Banner | Free Delegates |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Principal Sponsor | 30 Lakhs | 50000 | One Full page back cover of Souvenir | 30 |
| Platinum Sponsor | 25 Lakhs | 30000 | One Full page back cover of Souvenir | 25 |
| Gold Sponsor | 10 Lakhs | 20000 | One Full Page | 10 |
| Associate Sponsor | 5 Lakhs | 10000 | One Full Page | 5 |
| Lunch/Dinner | 15 Lakhs | 20000 | One Full Page | 15 |
| Hi-Tea | 5 Lakhs | 10000 | One Full Page | 5 |
| Cultural Programme | 10 Lakhs | 10000 | One Full Page | 10 |
| Delegate Kits Donor | 15 Lakhs | 20000 | One Full Page | 15 |
| Presentation Facility for Companies | 5 Lakhs | 10000 | 20 Minutes Presentation of Products | 3 |
Note: Sponsors will be duly acknowledged in the Conference and will get opportunities to distribute publicity materials in conference kits. Additional 18% GST will be applicable as per Govt. of India Rules.
Important: All Payments made through Demand Drafts are to be drawn in favour of “THE MINING, GEOLOGICAL &
METALLURGICAL INSTITUTE OF INDIA”, payable at Kolkata.
Domestic Payments
| Name of the Bank | : State Bank of India |
|---|---|
| Account Number | : 10224931340 |
| Name of Branch | : Salt Lake Electronic Complex, Kolkata 700091 |
| SWIFT Number | : SBININBB138 |
| MICR CODE | : 700002193 |
| IFSC / RTGS CODE | : SBIN0009985 |
| PAN Number | : AAATT7390J |
| GSTIN Number | : 19AAATT7390J1ZV |
Note: Additional 18% GST will be applicable as per Govt. of India Rules.
International Payments
| Name of the Bank | : State Bank of India |
|---|---|
| Account Number | : 38830967142 |
| Name of Branch | : Salt Lake Electronic Complex, Kolkata 700091 |
| SWIFT Number | : SBININBB334 |
| MICR CODE | : 700002193 |
| IFSC / RTGS CODE | : SBIN0009985 |
| PAN Number | : AAATT7390J |
| GSTIN Number | : 19AAATT7390J1ZV |
Note: Taxes will be additional and applicable as per Govt. of India Rules.
11th International Mining Exhibition 2023
11th in the Series, IME 2025 is a leading biennial international exhibition of the Mining, Equipment, Minerals and Metals industries in India and abroad. It will be organised concurrently with the 11th Asian Mining Congress from October 30th -November 02nd, 2025 at Science City Grounds & Biswa Bangla Mela Prangan (formerly called Milan Mela), Kolkata, India. It will offer excellent business opportunities for the mining, mining equipment mineral, metals and allied industries. The four days of international exhibition will have a display of mining machinery, the latest technologies and their innovative applications etc. The event will be an excellent platform for CEOs, Entrepreneurs, Consultants, Senior Government Officials, Decision Makers and Trade Delegations to congregate, brainstorm, showcase and initiate meaningful partnerships for doing business.
Highlights:
- Large participation of leading Mining Machinery Manufacturers expected from Asia, America and Europe.
- High Level Trade Delegations and Country Level Group Participation are expected from Australia, China, Czech Republic Germany, Poland, Russia, UK, and USA etc.
- Participation of Mineral Rich Indian States, PSUs, Large Corporates, Small and Medium Organisations.
- A parallel Buyer Seller Meet at the Exhibition venue having presentations from interested exhibitors.
- Expected participation of 600 stalls from over 30 Countries.
Host Country: India
India is a wonderful country of great diversity, from the exotic scenic beauty of the great Himalayas with eternal snow capped mountains in the north to the luxuriant coconut groves of the Malabar Coast in the South; from the desolate loneliness of the deserts and dotted with beautiful palaces in Rajasthan and Gujarat in the west to the thickly populated Gangetic plains in the east. It has more than 7600 km long beautiful coastline, which attracts tourists round the year. India has a civilization which is more than 5000 years old. The glories of the past stand side-by-side with the wonders of modern science and engineering. India has a great and stirring past and is presently a very fast developing nation.
Host City: Kolkata
Kolkata is a vibrant modern metropolis of 10 million plus population and is the Gateway to the Eastern and Northeastern States of India. The city is well connected by international and domestic airlines and also by rail network with the rest of the country.
Kolkata is appropriately regarded as the cultural capital of India for its immense contribution in this field. Kolkata weather is usually pleasant in October when the maximum day temperature is around 30°C and nights cool down to around 21°C.
Kolkata is also aptly called the Mining Capital of India because of its proximity to major coalfields and metal mining belts. Headquarters of Coal India Limited (CIL), Geological Survey of India (GSI), Hindustan Copper Limited (HCL) etc. are also located in Kolkata. Academic and Research Institutes on Mining like Indian Institute of Technology (IIT-ISM) Dhanbad, Indian Institute of Engineering Science and Technology (IIEST), Shibpur, Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Kharagpur, CSIR-Central Institute of Mining and Fuel Research (CSIR-CIMFR), Dhanbad, Directorate General of Mines Safety (DGMS), Dhanbad etc. are all located within a radius of 250 km distance from Kolkata.
Conference & Exhibition Venues
Technical Sessions of the Congress will be held at J W Marriott, 4A, JBS Haldane Avenue, Kolkata 700 105, (West Bengal), India, less than 15 kms from the International Airport Kolkata (CCU). The International Mining Exhibition will be held at Science City Grounds & Biswa Bangla Mela Prangan (formerly called Milan Mela), located almost adjacent to JW Marriott, Kolkata.
11th AMC
11th IME
Accommodation
JW Marriott (Hospitality Partner)
Address: 4A, J. B. S. Haldane Avenue, Kolkata - 700105 (India)
Phone: +91 33 6633 0000
Contact Person: Shri Rushil Kapur (+91 88617 39998)
Email: rushil.kapur@marriotthotels.com
ITC Royal Bengal & ITC Sonar
Address: 1, JBS Haldane Avenue, Kolkata 700 046, WB, (India)
Phone: +91 33 2345 4545
Contact Person: Rosemary De (+91 98300 51469)
Email: rosemary.de@itchotels.in
Taj City Center Newtown Kolkata
Address: Action Area IID, Plot No. 11/5, Newtown, Rajarhat, Kolkata - 700161
Phone: +91 33 6820 0303
Email: reservations.newtown@tajhotels.com
The Westin Rajarhat, Kolkata
Address: Plot No. CB D/2, Action Area II, New Town, Rajarhat, Kolkata 700 156 (India)
Phone: +91 33 4037 1234
Fax: +91 33 4037 1235
Hyatt Regency Kolkata
Address: JA-1, Sector III, Salt Lake City, Kolkata-700098, (India)
Phone: +91 033 6820 1234
Email: kolkata.regency@hyatt.com
Novotel Kolkata Hotel & Residences
Address: CF 11, CF Block (Newtown), Action Area 1C, Newtown, Kolkata, West Bengal 700156
Phone: +91 033 4032 3333
Phone: +91 85840 77043
Email: h6937s15@accor.com
Contact Person: Rajender Singh
Fairfield by Marriott Kolkata
Address: CB 218, CB Block (Newtown), Action Area 1C, Newtown, Kolkata, West Bengal - 700156 (India)
Phone: +91 33 6666 4444
Phone: +91 76050 86790
Email: jessica.sahay@marriott.com
Contact Person: Jessica Sahay
JW Marriott
Address: 4A, J. B. S. Haldane Avenue, Kolkata - 700105 (India)
Phone: +91 33 6633 0000
Phone: +91 98744 32408
Email: saurav.basak@marriott.com
Contact Person: Sourav Basak
ITC Royal Bengal & ITC Sonar
Address: 1, JBS Haldane Avenue, Kolkata 700 046, WB, (India)
Phone: +91 98300 51469
Email: rosemary.de@itchotels.in
Contact Person: Rosemary De
Lemon Tree Premier, Kolkata
Address: Premises No. 30-1111, BG-9, Service Rd, Newtown, New Town, West Bengal - 700156
(India)
Phone: +91 33 6813 9900
Mail: hi.pkk1@lemontreehotels.com
Pride Plaza Hotel
Address: Street Number 72, Flat no A1, Service Rd, Action Area I, AD-5, Newtown, Kolkata, West Bengal 700156 (India)
Phone: +91 33 4025 9999
Email: reservation.kolkata@pridehotel.com
IBIS Hotel
Address: CF-12, Street No. 124, BG Block (Newtown), Action Area 1C, Newtown, West Bengal-700156 (India)
Phone: +91 33 6134 1200
Email: h9115-re@accor.com
Zone by the Park Hotel, Kolkata
Address: Beside Biswa Bangla Convention Centre, Plot No. DG/02/1, Premises No.39-1111 (Newtown), Action Area-I, Newtown, New Town West Bengal - 700156 (India)
Phone: +91 33 2324 6300
Mail: resv.kol@zonebythepark.com
Glimpses of previous Asian Mining Congresses
Past Sponsors
