• Analysis

    “No Mining” Does Not Mean “No Dead Rent”

    Is your mining lease inactive while you wait for Environmental Clearance? You might still be on the hook for lakhs in Dead Rent. A recent 2026 judgment by the Madhya Pradesh High Court clarifies that 'no operations' is not a defense against recovery. Read our deep dive into the M.P. Bricks Company case to learn how to protect your lease…