In a significant step toward strengthening India’s energy security and fostering economic growth, the Ministry of Coal has signed Coal Mine Development and Production Agreements (CMDPAs) for two more coal blocks—Marwatola-II and Namchik West—under the 11th round of commercial coal mining auctions.
The agreements were inked with the successful bidders: Singhal Business Private Limited, which secured the Marwatola-II block, and PRA Nuravi Coal Mining Private Limited, which won the Namchik West block.
Of the two blocks, one is fully explored while the other is partially explored. Together, they hold a combined Peak Rated Capacity (PRC) of approximately 0.34 million tonnes per annum (MTPA). These mines are projected to generate an estimated annual revenue of ₹106.14 crore, with a total capital investment of around ₹55 crore required for operationalisation.
Apart from bolstering coal production, the new agreements are also poised to contribute to regional socio-economic development. The two coal mines are expected to generate approximately 460 direct and indirect employment opportunities.
With this development, the Ministry of Coal has now signed CMDPAs for a total of 120 coal mines under the commercial coal mining framework. These mines collectively represent a cumulative PRC of 265.64 MTPA. They are projected to generate an estimated ₹37,300 crore in annual revenue and attract investments worth ₹39,900 crore. Additionally, the commercial coal mines are expected to create employment for nearly 3.6 lakh individuals across the country.
