Ministry of Coal Issues Vesting Orders for Five Coal Blocks under Commercial Coal Auctions

The Ministry of Coal, through its Nominated Authority, has issued Vesting Orders for five coal blocks under the ongoing Commercial Coal Block Auction process. The Coal Mine Development and Production Agreements (CMDPAs) for these blocks were earlier signed on August 21, 2025.

Details of the Coal Blocks

The coal blocks for which vesting orders have been issued include:

• Tandsi III & Tandsi III Extension

• Senduri

• West of Tubed

• Chitarpur (Revised)

• Phutamura

Among these, four blocks are partially explored and one block is fully explored, with a combined Peak Rated Capacity (PRC) of approximately 3.45 million tonnes per annum (MTPA) and geological reserves of around 1,556.31 million tonnes (MT).

Economic and Employment Impact

These newly vested coal blocks are projected to:

• Generate annual revenue of about ₹360 crore

• Attract capital investment of around ₹517 crore

• Create employment opportunities for nearly 4,664 people, both directly and indirectly

• Strengthening India’s Coal Sector

With this latest development, a total of 125 coal blocks have now been vested or allocated under commercial coal auctions. Collectively, these account for a cumulative PRC of about 265.844 MTPA, with an estimated annual revenue generation of ₹37,463 crore and employment potential of around 3,59,400 jobs.

This achievement underscores the Ministry of Coal’s commitment to energy security, transparency, and sustainable mining practices. By fostering private participation and encouraging investment-led growth, the Ministry continues to play a pivotal role in advancing India’s energy transition and the vision of a Viksit Bharat.