Indirectly mining affected people in Odisha get substantial DMF fund, CAG unearths
- Posted on September 28, 2026
- By The Hindu
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In brief
A recent CAG audit in Odisha has revealed significant irregularities in the management of Pradhan Mantri Khanij Kshetra Kalyan Yojana (PMKKKY) funds. The investigation uncovered improper categorization of beneficiaries, misallocation of Districtwide Mineral Foundation resources, and systematic failures in identifying and compensating people genuinely affected by mining operations across multiple districts. These findings highlight critical governance gaps in fund distribution mechanisms.
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Indirectly mining affected people in Odisha get substantial DMF fund, CAG unearths
CAG exposes Odisha DMF fund misuses, improper categorization, and failure to identify affected people across districts in PMKKKY projects.
