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Commercial mining begins at Namchik–Namphuk coal block on 6 October 2025

Project aims to regulate coal extraction and enhance energy security

Annual revenue expected to exceed ₹100 crore for Arunachal Pradesh

The Central government is all set to launch commercial coal mining operations in Arunachal Pradesh on Monday, October 5 marking a milestone in the state’s economic and industrial landscape. The initiative aims to end years of unregulated extraction and wastage of resources while ushering in a new phase of growth, employment, and energy security.

In an official statement, the Union Ministry of Coal announced that October 6, 2025, will be a historic day for Arunachal Pradesh with the formal commencement of mining activities at the Namchik–Namphuk coal block — the s

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