This is an archive article published on March 29, 2023
Govt launches 7th round of coal mine auctions; offers 106 mines for commercial sale
As many as 95 non-coking coal mines, 10 lignite mines and one coking coal mine are being offered in the latest round of auction.
Of the total mines offered under the seventh round, 61 blocks are partially explored and 45 mines are fully explored (FILE) Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Wednesday launched the seventh round of auctions for commercial mining of coal blocks, putting 106 mines under the hammer.
Of the total mines offered under the seventh round, 61 blocks are partially explored and 45 mines are fully explored.
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As many as 95 non-coking coal mines, 10 lignite mines and one coking coal mine are being offered in the latest round of auction.
In his address, Singh said coal is considered black gold which plays an important role in strengthening the economy of the country.
“Our energy consumption has grown in the last few years and will continue to grow. And to meet this need we will have to start taking efforts from today,” he said.
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