Archive · 24 Jul 2025
Rajasthan Leads India in Mineral Block Auctions
Rajasthan is now the top state in India for selling rights to mine important minerals.
Over 20% of the country's mineral blocks have been auctioned in Rajasthan.
The government has been working hard, auctioning many blocks recently.
This is expected to bring in more money and create jobs.
They have also made sure that it's done fairly and efficiently.
The state's income from mining has gone up a lot, and they are trying to get the new mines working quickly.
Rajasthan even won an award for how well they do these auctions.
Overall, they are doing well in the mining industry.
Rajasthan is the leading state in India for major mineral block auctions, accounting for over 20% of the total.
The state government auctioned 64 blocks in the last 18 months.
Rajasthan's royalty revenue increased by 24% in 2024-2025, reaching Rs 9,228 crore.
A coordination platform has been launched to fast-track the operationalisation of auctioned blocks.
The state received a national award for its transparency and effectiveness in mineral block auctions.
- Who
- The Rajasthan state government and the Mines Department.
- What
- Rajasthan has become the top state in India for mineral block auctions.
- When
- The state has seen significant auctions in the last 18 months and in 2024-2025.
- Where
- Rajasthan, India
- Why
- To boost investment, revenue generation, and employment opportunities.
- Total Major Mineral Blocks Allotted in India
- 500
- Blocks Allotted in Rajasthan
- 103
- Blocks Auctioned in Last 18 Months
- 64
- Royalty Revenue 2024-2025
- Rs 9,228 crore
- Increase in Royalty Revenue
- 24%
- Mining Leases and Composite Licenses Issued
- 77 and 26