THEBUSINESSBYTES
BUREAU
BHUBANESWAR,
MARCH 12, 2026
In a significant
development for the mining and steel sector, Jindal Steel has been declared the
preferred bidder by the Government of Odisha for the Rengalaberha North-East
Extension and Nuagan West Iron Ore Block located in Keonjhar district. The iron
ore block spans approximately 84 hectares, marking another strategic addition
to the company’s raw material resource base.
Following the
successful conclusion of the online auction process, Jindal Steel has committed
to a final price offer of 111.15 per cent premium to the Government of Odisha.
The premium bid reflects strong industry interest in Odisha’s mineral resources
and highlights the company’s commitment to strengthening its upstream
integration in iron ore supply.
The block was part of a tranche of 12 mineral blocks notified for auction by the Directorate of Mines and Geology, Odisha in December 2025, aimed at boosting mineral development and enhancing resource utilization in the state.
According to government records, the iron ore block has been explored up to the G2 level, indicating a fairly detailed geological assessment. The deposit is estimated to host around 38 million tonnes of iron ore resources, making it a valuable asset for future mining operations and steel production.