The mine was granted to SMCL for an interim period of two years after the expiry of previous lease. SMCL was directed to ensure seamless transfer and operation to ensure supply of gypsum to domestic and export markets. SMCL achieved seamless operation and even surpassed the more difficult targets assigned by DHI compact for 2019
SMCL
took the opportunity to engage the local community in project operation to
share benefits. Earth Moving Equipment (EMEs) is outsourced to the people of
Shumar Gewog, This concept of broad-based benefits sharing through engagement
of local community in operational activities is successfully underway. Other
information of the mine are:
Type of mineral mined : Gypsum
Grade : Cement and PoP grade
Ave. production capacity : 525,000 MT/annum
Leasehold area : 64.15 acres
Lease period : 1st January, 2019 to 31st December, 2020 (2 years)
Domestic supply : 10 to 15
LOCATION
KHOTHAKPA
PEMA GATSHEL
OFFICE HOUR
9:00 AM – 5.00 PM
MONDAY – FRIDAY
9:00AM – 1:00 PM
SATURDAY
CONTACT
+975-07-252048 – SALES OFFICE SAMDRUP JONGKHAR
+975-07-471114 – KHOTHAKPA GYPSUM MINE PEMA GATSHEL