Jindal Steel & Western Coalfields Secure Coal Mines in 11th Auction {update}

Competitive Bidding and Revenue Impact

The auction recorded an impressive average revenue share of 36.27%, reflecting strong industry participation and confidence in the government’s transparent policies. Among the other winners were Pra Nuravi Coal Mining, Singhal Business, Jindal Power, and Mineware Advisors.

The newly auctioned mines are expected to generate an annual revenue of ₹3,330 crore and bring in ₹2,319 crore in capital investment. Additionally, these projects will create over 20,900 jobs, boosting employment in coal-producing regions.

Government’s Push for Coal Independence

The 11th auction round, launched on December 5, 2024, is part of India’s ongoing efforts to increase domestic coal production and reduce dependence on imports. Since the introduction of commercial mining in 2020, the government has auctioned 125 coal mines with a total production capacity of 273.06 million tonnes per year.

These mines are expected to generate ₹38,767 crore in annual revenue and attract a capital investment of ₹40,960 crore, creating nearly 4,69,170 jobs across the sector.

India’s Record Coal Production in FY25

India has achieved a historic milestone by producing over 1 billion tonnes of coal between April 2024 and March 20, 2025. This achievement strengthens India’s energy security and aligns with the government’s vision of self-reliance in coal production.

For more updates on India’s energy and coal sector, visit Ministry of Coal.