NMDC Begins Massive 11,000-Metre Drilling Drive to Expand Mineral Resources

Hyderabad, June 2, 2026: State-owned mining giant NMDC Ltd. has achieved a significant milestone in its exploration and resource development strategy with the launch of a large-scale exploratory drilling programme across its Deposit No. 11B Iron Ore Mine (DIOM) and Kumaraswamy Iron Ore Mine (KIOM).

The ambitious initiative involves 11,000 metres of exploratory drilling and is aimed at enhancing mineral resource estimation, strengthening scientific mining practices and supporting the company’s long-term growth objectives.

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The programme forms a key part of NMDC’s strategy to augment reserves, improve mine planning and ensure sustainable extraction of mineral resources. By expanding geological knowledge of existing mining areas, the company seeks to secure future production capacity while maintaining operational efficiency and environmental responsibility.

Officials said the exploration campaign will generate valuable geological data that will support resource modelling, mine optimisation and future expansion plans. The initiative also underscores NMDC’s commitment to adopting advanced exploration techniques and data-driven mining practices.

As India’s largest iron ore producer, NMDC continues to invest in exploration and resource development to meet the country’s growing demand for raw materials driven by infrastructure, steel and manufacturing sectors.

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The launch of the drilling programme at DIOM and KIOM marks another step in NMDC’s efforts to strengthen resource security, improve operational excellence and contribute to the nation’s long-term industrial and economic growth.