India concluded 200 successful mineral block auctions in fiscal year 2025-26, the highest annual total since the transparent bidding regime expanded nationwide, the mines ministry said.
Officials credited streamlined clearances and online tendering for attracting bidders in coal, iron ore and critical mineral categories needed for energy transition supply chains.
State governments receive royalty streams from winning bids, boosting regional budgets for roads, schools and health centers in mining-affected districts.
Environmental groups urged parallel enforcement of reclamation bonds and tribal consent norms, warning that auction volume alone does not guarantee sustainable extraction practices.
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