ENA Sectors 2026-01-16 17:42:08 <p><span style="font-size:14px"><strong>New Delhi, Jan 16 (KNN) </strong>The Ministry of Coal has executed Coal Mine Development and Production Agreements (CMDPAs) with the Damodar Valley Corporation (DVC) for three commercial coal blocks Dhulia North, Mandakini B and Pirpainti Barahat marking a further step in Indias efforts to strengthen domestic coal production.</span></p> <p><span style="font-size:14px">The blocks were awarded to DVC under the 13th round of commercial coal mining auctions.</span></p> <p><span style="font-size:14px">According to the Ministry, the three blocks are fully explored and together have a cumulative peak rated capacity of 49 million tonnes per annum, highlighting their significance in meeting the countrys growing energy demand.</span></p> <p><span style="font-size:14px">The execution of the agreements formalises the transition of these assets into the development and production phase.</span></p> <p><span style="font-size:14px">The projects are estimated to generate annual revenue of around Rs 4,621 crore and are expected to attract capital investment of approximately Rs 7,350 crore, contributing to industrial activity and economic growth in the coal sector.</span></p> <p><span style="font-size:14px">Beyond energy supply, the development of the three coal blocks is projected to create about 66,248 direct and indirect employment opportunities, supporting livelihood generation and regional development in coal-bearing areas.</span></p> <p><span style="font-size:14px">The Ministry of Coal stated that the agreements reflect its continued focus on expanding domestic coal production through a transparent, competitive and investor-friendly auction framework, with the objective of enhancing long-term energy security and supporting the broader goal of economic self-reliance.</span></p> <p><span style="font-size:14px"><em><strong>(KNN Bureau)</strong></em></span><br /> </p> 44803 https://knnindia.co.in/news/newsdetails/sectors/ministry-of-coal-signs-cmdpas-with-dvc-for-three-commercial-coal-blocks 2026-01-16 17:42:08 knnindia.co.in