Archive · 17 Jan 2026
India Signs Coal Agreements for Three Blocks
The Indian government has signed agreements with the Damodar Valley Corporation (DVC) to develop three coal blocks.
These blocks, which are already explored, have a total capacity of 49 million tonnes per year.
The projects are expected to generate a lot of money and create many jobs.
The government says this will help India become more self-reliant in energy and support economic growth.
The DVC is also expanding its power generation capacity in several places to produce more electricity.
India's Ministry of Coal signed agreements with DVC for three commercial coal blocks: Dhulia North, Mandakini B, and Pirpainti Barahat.
These blocks were auctioned under the 13th round of commercial coal mining auctions and have a cumulative peak rated capacity of 49 MTPA.
The projects are expected to generate an annual revenue of Rs 4,621 crore and attract a capital investment of Rs 7,350 crore.
The development of these blocks is projected to create nearly 66,248 direct and indirect employment opportunities.
The Ministry of Coal aims to expand domestic coal production through a transparent and competitive auction framework to ensure long-term energy security and economic growth.
- Who
- Union Ministry of Coal, Damodar Valley Corporation (DVC)
- What
- Execution of Coal Mine Development and Production Agreements (CMDPAs) for three commercial coal blocks
- When
- Not specified
- Where
- India
- Why
- To strengthen energy security, accelerate economic growth, and create employment opportunities
- Blocks
- Dhulia North, Mandakini B, Pirpainti Barahat
- Peak Rated Capacity
- 49 million tonnes per annum (MTPA)
- Annual Revenue
- Rs 4,621 crore
- Capital Investment
- Rs 7,350 crore
- Employment Opportunities
- 66,248 direct and indirect jobs
