The programme of Census of Mining & Quarrying Industries (CMQI) was initiated in 1962-63. So far 22 reports have been published. The present report is the 23rd of the series and covers mining establishments including those holding leases/licenses for crude oil, natural gas, coal and other minerals in all the provinces of Pakistan. This report presents data for all minerals at national and provincial levels.
Mining in Pakistan has considerable potential but its contribution to Gross Domestic Product (GDP) was only 2 % in 2004-05 at current prices. This is largely because of complex and non-renewable character of the mineral resources found in Pakistan. The complicated and lengthy nature of operations and the heavy cost involved in the exploration process and risky results makes mining a highly intricate and demanding task...........
 

The CMQI 2004-05 covered establishments engaged in mining and quarrying activities relating to extraction of minerals and fossil fuels whether solid, liquid or gas, both in the private and public sectors in all the provinces and federal capital Islamabad has been included in Punjab for the statistical purpose.