M/S SUNDER MARKETING ASSOCIATES vs THE STATE OF HARYANA

The Supreme Court addressed the issue of whether the petitioner could surrender a mining lease granted under the Haryana Minor Mineral Concession Rules, 2012. The Court emphasized that the conditions of the auction, particularly regarding environmental clearance and the prohibition on transfer of lease for the first five years, must be adhered to. The Court held that the petitioner must comply with the stipulated conditions before any surrender of the lease can be considered, thereby reinforcing the importance of regulatory compliance in mining operations.