101 Mineral Blocks Operational Since 2015 Auction

New Delhi, May 7 (PTI) The government on Thursday said 101 auctioned mineral blocks have come into operation since the introduction of the auction regime in 2015.

The achievement underscores the transformative impact of reforms undertaken by the mines ministry in close coordination with state governments, contributing towards the vision of self-reliant India, the mines ministry said in a statement.

"The operationalisation of 101 blocks demonstrates the ministry's sustained focus not only on auctioning mineral resources but also on ensuring their timely transition into production," it said.


Through continuous policy support, procedural streamlining, and active monitoring, the Ministry of Mines has worked closely with state governments to expedite statutory clearances, facilitate approvals, and address implementation challenges.

This coordinated Centre-state approach has significantly expedited the transition of auctioned mineral blocks from allocation to production, the mines ministry said in a statement.

Among states, Odisha leads with 34 operationalised blocks, followed by Karnataka with 18 blocks and Gujarat with 11 blocks.

Other contributing states include Madhya Pradesh, Rajasthan, Goa, Andhra Pradesh, Chhattisgarh, Maharashtra, and Assam.