Vedanta Ltd Wins 'Preferred Bidder' Status for Janthakal Iron Ore Mine

Vedanta Ltd has been declared as the 'Preferred Bidder' for the Janthakal Iron Ore Mine in Karnataka, as per the 'Declaration of Preferred Bidder’ notification dated July 22, 2025. The mine, which is at G3 level of exploration, spans over 71.16 hectares. The grant of the Mining License is subject to making of necessary payment of Performance Bank Guarantee, completion of other terms and conditions of the Tender Document, obtaining of necessary approvals/permissions/clearances from various Government Departments/Agencies and execution of necessary agreements/deeds in the matter.