Adani Power gets approval to begin Dhirauli mine operations in Madhya Pradesh

According to the geological report, the block holds a gross geological reserve of 620 million metric tonnes (MMT) and a net geological reserve of 558 MMT. This provides long-term raw material security for Adani Power, ensuring decades of supply and operational stability.

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As part of its responsible mining initiative, Adani Power may wash and process the mined coal within the mining area itself. This will help ensure that impurities and inert materials are not carried beyond the site, keeping emissions benign.This is Adani Power’s first captive mine to have received government approval to commence mining operations. The mine’s Open Cast Peak Rated Capacity (PRC) is targeted for FY27, with underground mining scheduled to commence nine years later. Adani Power holds a 30-year mining lease for the block, ensuring long-term operational continuity.

SB Khyalia, Chief Executive Officer of Adani Power, said, “By integrating backwards into raw material sourcing, we are not only optimising input costs but also enabling ourselves to deliver competitively priced power for millions of consumers. Our commitment remains unwavering in developing the mine responsibly, with a focus on long-term value creation for all stakeholders.”

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The Dhirauli block is expected to fulfil Adani Power’s merchant power requirements and also supply to the nearby 1,200 MW Mahan Power plant, which is currently undergoing an ambitious 3,200 MW expansion.

Shares of Adani Power Ltd ended at ₹606.95, up by ₹0.10, or 0.016%, on the BSE.