The Special Investment Facilitation Council (SIFC) has played a key role in the revival of mining lease issuance in Azad Jammu and Kashmir (AJK), ending a suspension that had remained in place since March 2024.
According to official details, the Government of AJK has resumed the issuance of mining leases following successful facilitation and coordination through the SIFC platform.
The issue had been under active consideration of the Special Investment Facilitation Council forum since July 2025, where stakeholders worked toward resolving regulatory and administrative bottlenecks that led to the suspension.
Authorities confirmed that the matter has now been resolved, resulting in the lifting of the ban on mining lease grants.
Officials said the move is expected to unlock new investment opportunities in the mineral sector, accelerate exploration activities, and strengthen economic growth in Azad Jammu and Kashmir.
The resumption of lease issuance is also anticipated to revive dormant mining projects and encourage private sector participation in resource development.
The development is part of broader efforts to promote industrial activity and improve resource utilization in the region, with a particular focus on expanding the mining and exploration sector.
Authorities believe the decision will contribute significantly to long-term economic development and job creation in AJK through increased mining and related activities.
