As per case facts, M/s Golden Stones was granted a quarry lease but alleged non-delivery of possession, which prevented mining and environmental clearance. The lease was cancelled due to non-compliance ... with statutory obligations, and appeals were dismissed. Petitioner contended that without possession, no obligations arose, and the cancellation was procedurally flawed.The question arose whether the lease cancellation was valid despite the petitioner's claims of non-delivery of possession and pending environmental clearance, and if the petitioner adhered to the M.P. Minor Mineral Rules, 1996, for addressing delays.Finally, the High Court dismissed the petition, observing that the petitioner did not commence mining within the year and failed to utilize the provisions under Rules 6 to 10 of the M.P. Minor Mineral Rules, 1996, to explain delays beyond its control or seek an extension. Since the original lease period had also expired, the Court found no grounds to grant relief.