Kaushik, Amar Prakash and Pater, Vimal and Kumar, Micheal and Pradhan, G.K. (2025) Sustainable Strategies for Mine Water Management and Utilization in Coal Mining: A Short Review. The Indian Mining & Engineering Journal , 64 (10-11). pp. 29-31.

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Abstract

Coal mining has a profound relationship with water resources, both in terms of consumption and pollution. Large volumes of groundwater infiltrate into mines and must be pumped out, creating quantitative challenges such as aquifer depletion and land subsidence. At the same time, qualitative impacts such as acid mine drainage (AMD), suspended solids, and chemical contamination threaten ecosystems and human health. This paper reviews the challenges of mine water management and explores sustainable strategies for utilizing and protecting water in coal mining. Case studies from India, South Africa, China, and Europe illustrate how mine water can be transformed from a liability into a resource through treatment, recycling, and community supply programs. Sustainable management strategies include pollution prevention, water conservation, and innovative mining methods such as water-preserved mining. The paper also discusses the human impacts of mine water management, emphasizing health, livelihoods, and community resilience. By integrating technical solutions with governance and community engagement, coal mining can reduce its water footprint and contribute to water security in regions facing scarcity.

Item Type:	Article
Subjects:	Blasting
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Depositing User:	Mr. B. R. Panduranga
Date Deposited:	07 Apr 2026 05:29
Last Modified:	07 Apr 2026 05:29
URI:	https://cimfr.csircentral.net/id/eprint/2963

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