Chennai, December 31, 2025: NLC India Limited (NSE: NLCINDIA, BSE: 513683) has signed a Coal Mining Agreement for the operation and development of the North Dhadu Western Part Coal Mine, marking its entry into commercial coal mining through the auction route.
The company executed the Coal Mining Agreement with GRN North Dhadu Coal Mine Private Limited on December 30, 2025, for developing and operating the North Dhadu Western Part Coal Mine under the Mine Developer and Operator model. The agreement follows completion of a global tendering process and formalises the commencement of mine development activities .
This coal block represents the first commercial coal mine secured by NLC India Limited through an auction conducted by the Ministry of Coal. The Mining Plan and Mine Closure Plan for the mine were approved on November 20, 2025. Other statutory approvals, including environmental and forest clearances, are currently under process .
The North Dhadu Western Part Coal Mine has extractable coal reserves exceeding 110 million tonnes. The mine has a rated production capacity of 3 million tonnes per annum, with an average coal grade of G12, supporting sustained long-term coal production from the block .
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