Adani Power Ltd., India’s largest private sector thermal power producer, has received approval from the Ministry of Coal to begin mining operations at the Dhirauli block in Singrauli district, Madhya Pradesh. This development marks a major step for the company as it strengthens its raw material security and further consolidates its leadership in the country’s power sector.
The Dhirauli Mine is operated by Mahan Energen Ltd., a subsidiary of Adani Power, and comes with a peak production capacity of 6.5 million tonnes per annum, including 5 MTPA from open cast mining and the remainder from underground operations. According to the geological report, the block holds a gross geological reserve of 620 million metric tonnes and a net geological reserve of 558 million metric tonnes, ensuring decades of steady fuel supply and operational stability.
This is the first captive coal mine of Adani Power to receive government clearance for operations. The company has been granted a 30-year lease for the block, with open cast peak rated capacity expected to be achieved by FY27, while underground mining is planned to start nine years later.
Coal extracted from Dhirauli is expected to serve Adani Power’s merchant power needs as well as fuel the nearby 1,200 MW Mahan Power Plant, which is currently undergoing an ambitious expansion to add 3,200 MW of capacity. The project is designed to provide reliable supply and reduce dependence on external sources.
