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Department of Mines and Geology
Geo-Sciences DivisionUnder this division, there are Geo-scientific Survey and Research Subdivision and six following Sections
The Geo-Scientific information generated by these sections are mainly related to geology, geological structure, engineering and environmental geology, urban geology and geo-hazard situations of different parts of the country. Geological Mapping Section conducts regular annual program of DMG that includes preparation of geological maps (1:50,000 scale) showing main rock types/units, and geological structures. These geological maps can be used as base map for infrastructure development and planning etc. Engineering Geology Section carries out geo-technical investigation of rocks and soil of different parts of the country especially in fast growing cities. Auger boring and Standard Penetration Test (SPT) and other geo-technical information of the soil obtained provide information on bearing capacity of the site and to assess liquefaction hazard and impact of earthquakes. Such data are useful for the planning of major physical infrastructures such as new settlement areas, powerhouses, dams, reservoir etc. Such map provides geo-scientific information to planner, engineer, decision makers and other users. Remote Sensing Section is assigned to manage geo-scientific information in a systematic way to prepare geological maps, engineering and environmental geological maps using remote sensing (RS) and GIS techniques. Information is stored in digital form. Environment and Urban Geology Section conducts environmental, urban and geo-hazard mapping of fast growing cities, towns to create geo-scientific information and data which are useful to planning authorities for environment protection to minimize the impact of natural disaster and raise awareness to the people. Information on mass movement, soil, gully erosion, water pollution, ground pollution, air pollution flooding and management of waste disposal sites etc. will be delineated. Read More on Department of Mines and Geology:
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