Coal Ministry to launch 13th Round of commercial coal mine auction
Coal Mine Development and Production Agreements (CMPDA) will be signed for 11 successfully allocated coal mines of the previous rounds of auction.
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New Delhi, 21 August 2025: The Coal Ministry has announced the launch of the 13th round of commercial coal mine auctions on 21 August 2025, and Coal Mine Development and Production Agreements (CMPDA) will be signed for 11 successfully allocated coal mines of previous rounds of auction.
The event will be graced by Union Minister of Coal and Mines, Shri G. Kishan Reddy, as Chief Guest, and Minister of State for Coal and Mines, Shri Satish Chandra Dubey, as Guest of Honor.
The commercial coal mine auction process has witnessed robust participation from both established and new industry players in every round and aims to accelerate coal production and ensure adequate supply for the nation’s growing energy demand.
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The upcoming 13th round will continue to offer mines with the most liberal terms, promoting ease of doing business and attracting investments from a diverse set of stakeholders.
The commercial auction framework, launched in 2020, has transformed the coal sector by fostering transparency, driving competition, and increasing coal availability for domestic industries, thereby reducing dependence on imports.
According to the press release, the upcoming round will offer a fresh set of coal mines for auction, covering both fully explored and partially explored blocks, attracting diverse participation from experienced miners, new entrants, and technology-driven enterprises. The event will also showcase the potential benefits of underground and surface coal gasification.
The Ministry of Coal invites industry leaders, investors, and stakeholders to participate in this significant event and contribute to shaping the future of India’s coal sector.
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