Meghalaya Chief Minister Conrad K Sangma has firmly stated his government’s opposition to uranium mining in the state, emphasizing concerns over health, environmental, and land rights raised by local tribal organizations. His remarks follow a recent notification from the Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change that proposed exemptions for public consultations on mining projects involving atomic minerals like uranium. Sangma indicated that he would seek clarification from the central government if necessary, reiterating that the interests of the local population must be protected. This stance underscores the ongoing tension between development initiatives and environmental safeguards, reflecting broader debates around resource management in sensitive ecological regions.