DEEPAK CUKKAE ANIKLUMAR
MINING AND GEOLOGY PROFESSIONAL
Mysore,KA
Summary
Accomplished Mining and Geology Professional with 15 years of leadership in mineral exploration, mine planning, and environmental management. Expertise in driving resource growth, securing regulatory approvals, and leading multidisciplinary teams to implement sustainable practices. Proven success in enhancing capacity, augmenting reserves, and executing greenfield and brownfield projects.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Deputy General Manager – Geology & Mining
THE SANDUR MANGANESE & IRON ORES LIMITED (SMIORE)
04.2022 - Current
- Progressively promoted from Senior Manager to Assistant General Manager and subsequently Deputy General Manager based on performance and leadership contributions.
- Key Contributions
- Achieved significant reserve enhancement through scientific exploration and resource modelling.
- Enhanced mineral reserves through scientific exploration and resource modelling, supporting strategic growth.
- Streamlined environmental clearances and secured statutory approvals for mine expansion projects, facilitating operational growth.
- Led sustainability and compliance initiatives contributing to Seven Star Mine Rating recognition.
- Coordinated approvals for greenfield mining projects, including Mining Plan and R&R Plan preparation, ensuring compliance and project advancement.
Manager – Geology & Quality Control
R. PRAVEEN CHANDRA – ERM GROUP OF COMPANIES
01.2012 - 03.2022
- Managed drilling campaigns, resource estimation, mine planning, and beneficiation studies.
- Managed drilling campaigns, resource estimation, mine planning, and beneficiation studies to support project development.
- Prepared Mining Plans, Scheme of Mining, and R&R Plans for multiple leases.
- Prepared mining plans, scheme of mining, and R&R plans for multiple leases, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards.
- Conducted technical studies, including groundwater investigations and EIA coordination, to assess environmental impacts and inform project decisions.
- Undertook feasibility assessment of iron ore investment opportunities in Mali, West Africa.
- Performed resource modelling and mine optimization using SURPAC software.
- Key Contributions
Senior Geologist
TUNGABHADRA MINERALS PVT. LTD. (SALGAOCAR GROUP)
01.2011 - 01.2012
- Led RC and core drilling programs, geological logging, and reserve estimation.
- Managed exploration activities across multiple iron ore leases.
- Supported JORC audits, mine planning, beneficiation studies, and QA/QC operations.
- Key Contributions
Senior Geologist
GEO MYSORE SERVICES PVT. LTD.
10.2010 - 12.2010
- Conducted geological mapping and exploration for gold and limestone prospects, identifying key mineralization zones.
- Performed core logging and field geological investigations to assess resource potential and inform project development.
- Highlighted significant achievements in geological projects.
Senior Geologist
VEDANTA LIMITED (SESA STERLITE)
08.2008 - 09.2010
- Led large-scale RC and diamond drilling exploration programs, enhancing mineral discovery and resource assessment.
- Managed geological database systems, geophysical surveys, and slope stability studies to support informed decision-making.
- Conducted mine planning, pit optimization, resource modelling, and QA/QC operations.
- Contributed to acquisition and evaluation of new mining assets in Karnataka.
- Contributed to acquisition and evaluation of new mining assets in Karnataka, facilitating strategic growth opportunities.
- Highlighted major achievements in project development and execution.
Education
Master of Science (M.Sc.) - Applied Geology
University of Mysore
India01-2008
Skills
Mine Planning & Pit Optimization
Geological modeling
Mineral Exploration & Resource Evaluation
Resource Management
Resource reporting
Environmental clearances
Regulatory compliance
Operations management
Cross-functional team coordination
Corporate communications
Organizational development
Leadership and team building
Affiliations
- Fellow, Geological Society of India (FGS)
- Registered Qualified Person (RQP), IBM, Government of India
- Life Member, Mining Engineers Association of India
- Life Member, Wadia Institute of Himalayan Geology
- Member, Board of Studies in Geology – University of Mysore
- Member, Indian Institute of Mineral Engineers
EXECUTIVE HIGHLIGHTS
- Led exploration and mine development initiatives resulting in 38% increase in iron ore and manganese reserves.
- Spearheaded environmental and mining approvals for 4.5 MTPA iron ore expansion projects and new mining leases.
- Directed mine capacity expansion from 1.6 MTPA to 4.36 MTPA and manganese production enhancement across multiple leases.
- Played key role in securing Seven Star Rated Mine recognition — among the first in South India by Ministry of Mines, Government of India.
- Extensive experience in regulatory affairs with IBM, MoEFCC, KSPCB, DMG, and Forest Departments.
- Expertise in resource modelling, JORC/UNFC compliance, SURPAC mine planning, and geological database management.
- Led R&D collaborations with premier institutes including CSIR-IMMT, CSIR-NML, CSIR-CIMFR, NITK, and NIRM.
- Strong background in greenfield and brownfield exploration, mine optimization, beneficiation studies, and technical due diligence.
Timeline
Deputy General Manager – Geology & Mining
THE SANDUR MANGANESE & IRON ORES LIMITED (SMIORE)
04.2022 - Current
Manager – Geology & Quality Control
R. PRAVEEN CHANDRA – ERM GROUP OF COMPANIES
01.2012 - 03.2022
Senior Geologist
TUNGABHADRA MINERALS PVT. LTD. (SALGAOCAR GROUP)
01.2011 - 01.2012
Senior Geologist
GEO MYSORE SERVICES PVT. LTD.
10.2010 - 12.2010
Senior Geologist
VEDANTA LIMITED (SESA STERLITE)
08.2008 - 09.2010
Master of Science (M.Sc.) - Applied Geology
University of Mysore