Section 2(1)(y) in Himachal Pradesh Minor Minerals (Concession) and Minerals (Prevention of Illegal Mining, Transportation and Storage) Rules, 2015
(y)"Letter of Intent (LOI)" means approval of Competent Authority in principle for grant of mineral concession in a precise area containing conditions for submission of requisite documents/clearances such as approved mining plan, environmental and forest clearances etc. required for grant of mineral concession;