Nalco wins mining rights for Utkal-D coal block, E-block is next

This is an important milestone for the firm as captive coal production can cut aluminium smelting costs by 25%

National Aluminium Company (Nalco) has obtained the mining lease (ML) to develop its captive Utkal-D coal block.

The ML for the block has been granted by Odisha government’s steel & mines department through a notification dated April 16.

The ML for the coal block straddles an area of 301.28 hectares across Kosala, Nandichod, Similisahi and Raijharan villages under Chhendipada tehsil of Angul district.

Sridhar Patra, chairman & managing director (CMD) of Nalco said, “For a power-intensive industry like aluminium, it is very essential to have a secure supply of coal. I hope with the mining lease in place, it will