New Delhi, May 8 -- Indias mining sector recorded its strongest annual performance under the mineral auction regime in FY 2025 26, with 212 mineral blocks auctioned during the financial year, according to the Ministry of Mines.
The ministry also announced that 101 auctioned mineral blocks have been operationalised since the launch of the auction-based allocation framework in 2015, reflecting continued progress in the implementation of mining sector reforms.
Officials said the milestone highlights the growing momentum of Indias transparent and competitive mineral allocation system, supported by policy reforms, streamlined procedures, and coordination between the Centre and state governments.
The operationalisation of the blocks is expe...