01/2026-GST dated 03 August 2026 directing coordination between CGST field formations and State Mining Authorities for sharing information relating to illegal mining and transportation of minerals. 01/2026-GST | Dated: 03-08-2026Subject: Instruction regarding Coordination with State Mining Authorities for sharing information relating to illegal mining and transportation of minerals — reg. Consequently, valuable enforcement intelligence available with the State Mining Authorities is not being systematically utilised by the GST authorities for examination of possible tax implications and initiation of appropriate action under the GST law. a mechanism is established with the State Mining Authorities for periodic sharing of information relating to illegal mining and transportation of minerals detected within the jurisdiction;iii. for further necessar action;v. periodic meetings with the State Mining Authorities are held to review the effectiveness of the information-sharing mechanism and to resolve operational issues.