NMDC, India’s largest iron ore producer and recognized for responsible mining, has received the prestigious 5-Star Rating for four of its iron ore mines for the financial year 2023-24. The honored sites include three mines in the Bailadila region of Chhattisgarh—Deposit 14, Deposit 14 NMZ, and Deposit 5—and one in Ballari district, Karnataka—the Kumaraswamy Iron Ore Mine.
The award was presented by G Kishan Reddy, Union Minister of Coal and Mines, in the presence of Rajasthan Chief Minister Bhajan Lal Sharma and senior officials from the Ministry and Indian Bureau of Mines (IBM) during a ceremony jointly organized by the Ministry of Mines and IBM. This year, only 95 out of 1,200 operating mines earned the 5-star rating.
Representing NMDC, M Jayapal Reddy (Executive Director, RP), Rabindra Narayan (Executive Director, Bacheli Complex), and S. K. Kochar (General Manager, Kirandul Complex) accepted the honor, underscoring the company’s commitment to scientific, sustainable, and socially responsible mining operations.
Amitava Mukherjee, CMD of NMDC, commented, “This distinguished 5-star rating reflects our dedication to sustainability, innovation, and operational excellence. Being among the select few mines to receive this recognition highlights our leadership in sustainable mining practices. Our teams continue to set new standards in responsible mining as we contribute to India’s development goals.”
The 5-Star Rating acknowledges excellence in areas such as mineral conservation, environmental management, scientific mining methods, and social responsibility. NMDC’s repeated recognition under this framework demonstrates its ongoing commitment to best practices in environmental, social, and governance (ESG) standards.
With a robust growth plan underway, NMDC remains a key player in enhancing India’s mineral security and supporting the country’s infrastructure and industrial development ambitions. National Mineral Development Corporation (NMDC), a leading public sector enterprise in India, plays a crucial role in the country’s iron ore production. With a strong presence in the mining sector, NMDC is focused on expanding its output, modernizing infrastructure, and exploring critical minerals like lithium and cobalt to support India’s transition to green energy. The company has ambitious growth plans under its Vision 2030, aiming to achieve a production capacity of 100 million tonnes. Backed by strategic investments and government support, NMDC continues to be a key driver of India’s mineral self-sufficiency and industrial progress.
