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About District

River cauvery is the Main Source for Cultivation in this district, which is known for its heritage in water management. Composite Thanjavur District with its fertile soil is one of the largest paddy cultivation area not only in Tamilnadu but also in South India.

thanjavur District is in the east coast of Tamil Nadu. The district lies between 78. 43’ and 70. 23’ of the Eastern longitudes and 9.50′ and 11.25’ of the Northern Latitudes. Since composite Thanjavur is large in extend, for administrations Convienience several districts were carried out Thanjavur composite district.

The area of the district is 3396.57Sq.km. It consists of three divisions Thanjavur, Kumbakonam, Pattukottai and nine Taluks of Thanjavur, Kumbakonam, Papanasam, Pattukottai, Peravurani, Orathanadu, Thiruvidaimarudur, Thiruvaiyaru and Budalur. The district headquarters is Thanjavur. Thanjavur district is called ‘The Rice Bowl of Tamil Nadu’ because of its agricultural activities in the delta region of river Cauvey. The temple, culture and architecture of Thanjavur are famous throughout world. It is the historicalplace ruled by Chola, Nayk, Marathas and was under British rule till Independence. The pursuits of these rulers are reflected in the great monuments like Grand Anaicut, Big Temple and Sarofoji Mahal, Palace and Saraswathi Mahal Library, etc.in the district.

HIgh Priority Sector

Drinking water

Health

Welfare of women and children

Skill Development

DMFT & PMKKKY

District Mineral Foundations (DMF) is a trust, setup as non-profit body in all districts of Tamil Nadu, to work for the interest and benefit of persons and areas affected by mining related operations. It is funded through the contribution from miners.

They derive their legal status from section 9B of Mines and Minerals (Development and Regulation) Act, 1957 as amended on 26 March 2015 as Mines and Minerals (Development and Regulation) Amendment Act, 2015.

This amendment came into force from12 January 2015. The Government of Tamil Nadu Notification vide G.O. Ms. No. 57, Industries (MMD.1) 19th May 2017, enacted the Tamil Nadu District Mineral Foundation Rules, 2017 to establish District Mineral Foundation Trust in each district of the State as a non-profit body in the mining operation affected districts.

The Central Government has mandated the PMKKKY (Pradhan Mantri Khanij Kshetra Kalyan Yojana) to be implemented by the DMFs of respective districts using the funds accruing to the DMF.

Establishment

District Mineral Foundation Trust is established by the State Government by notification as a trust or non-profit as perpetual body in the mining operation affected districts. Every mining lease holder contributes a fraction of Seigniorage Fee / Royalty, to the DMF as per rates prescribed by Central / State Governments. This fund is used for welfare of the people affected in the mining affected areas.

Objectives of DMF & PMKKKY

The object of the District Mineral Foundation is to work for the interest and benefit of persons, and areas affected by mining related operations in such manner as may be prescribed by the State Government

The Pradhan Mantri Khanij Kshetra Kalyan Yojana (PMKKKY) are implemented by the DMF’s of the respective districts using the funds accruing to the DMF. The overall objective of PMKKKY scheme are-

To implement various developmental and welfare projects/programs in mining affected areas, and these projects/programs will be complementing the existing ongoing schemes/projects of State and Central Government.
To minimize/mitigate the adverse impacts, during and after mining, on the environment, health and socio-economics of people in mining districts.
To ensure long-term sustainable livelihoods for the affected people in mining areas.