Goa Mineral Ore Exporters’ Association (GMOEA), has expressed concerns over the possible ban of iron ore exports from the state as reported in certain sections of media & highlighted the cascading effect of such a ban.

Shi vanand Salgaocar, President, Goa Mineral Ore Exporters’ Association (GMOEA), said, “The Goan Mining Industry contributes approximately 35 percent of the state’s GDP. Mining as an industry attracts Rs. 17,000 crores in foreign exchange & brings Rs.6,000 crores by way of direct revenues to State and Central government.”