Geological Survey and Mines Bureau (GSMB) was established in 1993. It is mainly involved in promoting the conservation and management of the mineral resources of the country. It seeks to ensure that the mineral potential is realized for the benefit of the country and the minerals are extracted in an efficient, safe and environmentally sound way. The major responsibilities of the Bureau are undertaking the systematic geological mapping and assessing the mineral resources of the country.

Contact Details

• Geological Survey & Mines Bureau,
  No: 569, Epitamulla Road,
  Pitakotte.
• +94 112 886 289 / +94 112 886 290
  Complaints on illegal mining (Rocks, Sands, Soil or any Mineral) 1921
• +94 112 886 273
• www.gsmb.gov.lk