applicability of factories act1948

yes, it falls within the definition of "Factory" as defined under the Factories Act, As ssuch its registration under Factories Act is mandatory.

In my opinion,

Mining activity and processiong unit will be governed by the Minies Act, 1952 (as per definition "Mine" u/s. 2(j) of the Mines Act and provisions of the factories Act, 1948 would not be applicable in terms of para -2 of section 2(m) of the Factories Act.

Para 2 of section 2(m) of the Factory Act means the exemptions mentioned therein. (reproduced herein for ready reference and clearance of doubt)

"but does not include a mine subject to the operation of 3*[the Mines Act, 1952 (35 of 1952),] or 4*[a mobile unit belonging to the armed forces of the Union, a railway running shed or a hotel, restaurant or eating place]."

Thanks for correcting me. I agree with you in this regard.