Balancing Growth and Ecology: A Study of Granite Mining and Sustainable Development in Telangana

Telangana’s granite sector is an important part of its mining and natural-stone economy, providing raw material, employment and export earnings while simultaneously creating environmental, regulatory and social challenges. This paper examines the granite business in Telangana through the lens of sustainable development balancing economic value-addition and livelihoods with environmental protection and regulatory compliance. Using secondary data (state economic reports, export statistics, environmental impact assessments) and case-based evidence from recent enforcement actions, the paper identifies key sustainability gaps and proposes practical measures for green mining, value chain strengthening, worker welfare and improved governance.