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MoC Inks CMDPAs for Marwatola-II and Namchik West Coal Blocks to Boost Coal Production.

MOUs and Agreement | Dated: 16 Apr 2025

In April 2025, the Ministry of Coal (MoC), Government of India (GoI), signed Coal Mine Development and Production Agreements (CMDPAs) with the successful bidders for two coal mines — Marwatola-II and Namchik West — under the 11th round of commercial coal mining auctions.

🎯 Key Highlights:

  • - This initiative aligns with India’s strategic goals of enhancing energy security and achieving self-reliance in coal production.
  • - Marwatola-II, located in Madhya Pradesh (MP), has been awarded to Singhal Business Private Limited, based in Raipur, Chhattisgarh. The Namchik West mine, located in Arunachal Pradesh (AR), has been awarded to PRA Nuravi Coal Mining Private Limited, also based in Raipur.
  • - Out of the two coal blocks, one is fully explored, while the other is partially explored, indicating varied readiness levels for commercial development.

💡 Other Important Facts:

  • (i) The two coal blocks have a combined Peak Rated Capacity (PRC) of approximately 0.34 Million Tonnes Per Annum (MTPA).
  • (ii) An initial investment of around Rs. 55 crore is projected to operationalize the mines, which are expected to yield annual revenue of about Rs. 106.14 crore.
  • (iii) With the inclusion of these two coal mines, the Ministry of Coal has signed CMDPAs for a total of 120 coal mines under the commercial auction framework. These collectively represent a cumulative PRC of 265.64 MTPA, annual revenue generation of Rs. 37,300 crore, and projected investments worth Rs. 39,900 crore.

📚 Test Your Knowledge:

Which ministry recently signed Coal Mine Development and Production Agreements (CMDPAs) for Marwatola-II and Namchik West coal mines?

Correct Answer: Ministry of Coal (MoC)

🚀 Quick Recap:

About Ministry of Coal (MoC)

  • Cabinet Minister : G. Kishan Reddy
  • Headquarters: New Delhi