New Delhi: In a major boost to India’s energy and industrial sectors, the Ministry of Coal, through its Nominated Authority, has issued vesting orders for five coal blocks under the ongoing commercial block auctions. The Coal Mine Development and Production Agreements (CMDPA) for these blocks were signed earlier on August 21, 2025.
The coal blocks covered under the latest vesting orders include Tandsi III & Tandsi III Extension, Senduri, West of Tubed, Chitarpur (revised), and Phutamura. Of these, four are partially explored and one is fully explored. Together, they have a peak rated capacity (PRC) of about 3.45 million tonnes per annum (MTPA) and geological reserves of roughly 1,556.31 million tonnes (MT).
According to official estimates, these newly vested blocks are expected to generate annual revenue of around ₹360 crore, attract capital investments of approximately ₹517 crore, and create employment for nearly 4,664 people, both directly and indirectly.
With the issuance of these latest orders, the total number of coal blocks vested or allocated under commercial coal auctions has now risen to 125. Collectively, these blocks represent a cumulative PRC of 265.844 MTPA, capable of generating annual revenue of approximately ₹37,463 crore, and providing employment to nearly 3.6 lakh people across the country.
Officials said this achievement reaffirms the ministry’s commitment to strengthening India’s energy security while promoting private sector participation, transparency, and sustainable mining practices.
"This milestone reflects the government’s resolve to build a resilient, investment-driven coal ecosystem that supports economic growth, job creation, and the vision of a Viksit Bharat,” the ministry stated in its release.