NALCO Secures 32-Year Bauxite Mining Lease in Odisha, Securing Raw Material Supply

National Aluminium Co. Ltd. (NALCO) has executed a mining lease deed with the State Government of Odisha for Bauxite Mines in Pottangi Tehsil, Koraput District. The mine has an annual production capacity of 3.5 million tonnes and reserves estimated at 111 million tonnes, projecting a mine life of 32 years. Upon obtaining the remaining requisite statutory clearances, the mine is expected to become operational soon. The mined Bauxite would be transported to NALCO Refinery at Damanjodi through an Overland Conveyor of 18.5 Kms. This strategic move ensures a secure supply of raw material for NALCO's existing Refinery and supports future expansions. With this enhanced resource base, NALCO is poised to strengthen its position in the Aluminum Industry, optimize production efficiency and meet the growing demand for Aluminum domestically and internationally.