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Mining survey (IBM Rule 34A support)

Prepare measured mine data and the applicable IBM aerial-survey submission package.

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What you receive

  • Applicable IBM imagery/elevation/data package
  • Mine surface and quantity maps
  • Metadata, control and quality report
  • Submission checklist; statutory plans only under separate qualified scope
How we deliver

Scope & options

MCDR Rule 34A creates a specific annual aerial-data obligation for qualifying mining leases, separate from DGMS statutory mine-survey duties.

The IBM package centres on processed georeferenced outputs such as DEM and orthomosaic plus the prescribed submission data.

Underground and statutory mine-survey work requires specialist competencies beyond an aerial photogrammetry package.

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IBM Rule 34A drone-survey package

Prepare prescribed data for an applicable mining lease.

Applicable year, lease scope and current SOP determine the required package.

Statutory mine plans and sections

Prepare statutory survey records through appropriately certificated mine-survey partners.

A remote-pilot certificate does not authorise statutory mine-plan certification.

Underground cavity and stope measurement

Measure accessible mine voids through specialist partners.

Underground safety and equipment suitability require mine-authorised review.

Rock-face, bench and rehabilitation mapping

Document exposed geometry and changes on the mine.

Geotechnical interpretation and environmental sign-off remain separate.

Useful to know

Terms, explained
MCDR Rule 34A
The Indian Bureau of Mines requirement for specified mine leases to submit prescribed drone-survey outputs.
Orthomosaic / DEM
Core processed spatial outputs used in IBM drone-survey submissions.
Statutory mine survey
Mine plans and survey duties governed separately by the applicable mine-safety regime and competent surveyor requirements.
Does every mine need the same Rule 34A package?

Applicability and submission requirements depend on the governing rule, lease and current IBM directions. These must be checked before quoting.

Is Lotusmirk an IBM-approved drone agency?

Lotusmirk does not claim that approval. IBM’s published SOP says drone-agency registration with IBM is not required; applicable aviation and survey obligations still apply.

Is IBM submission support the same as DGMS mine surveying?

Preparing aerial data for IBM is different from statutory mine plans and surveyor duties. Statutory work needs appropriately certificated professionals under the applicable mine-safety regime.

Will you certify reserves or guarantee IBM acceptance?

Survey data does not itself certify mineral reserves. Submission preparation and review support do not guarantee acceptance by IBM or another authority.

When does MCDR Rule 34A require the annual drone survey?

The rule applies to a lessee with an annual excavation plan of at least 1 million tonnes or a lease area of at least 50 hectares. The annual survey covers the lease and up to 100 metres outside the boundary, with the processed DEM and orthomosaic due on or before 1 July.

Method & limitations

Confirm lease applicability and the current IBM submission specification first.

Keep IBM aerial-data support distinct from statutory DGMS mine surveying.

Use suitably qualified specialist partners for any statutory plans or underground work.

Applicable year, lease scope and current SOP determine the required package.

A remote-pilot certificate does not authorise statutory mine-plan certification.

Underground safety and equipment suitability require mine-authorised review.

Geotechnical interpretation and environmental sign-off remain separate.

MCDR Rule 34A applies to a lessee with an annual excavation plan of 1 million tonnes or more, or a lease area of 50 hectares or more. Indian Bureau of Mines

The annual survey covers the lease and up to 100 metres outside the lease boundary, is carried out in April or May, and the processed DEM and orthomosaic are submitted on or before 1 July. Indian Bureau of Mines

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Mining survey (IBM Rule 34A support)

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