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State-owned GMDC announced that it has received approval to expand the capacity of its Surkha lignite mine in Gujarat.
The Ministry of Environment, Forests, and Climate Change (MOEFCC) granted environmental approval for the Surkha (N) lignite mine to increase its capacity from 3 million tonnes per annum (MTPA) to 5 MTPA.
The company released a statement indicating that this development aligns with Gujarat Mineral Development Corporation's (GMDC) commitment to sustainability, appropriate resource utilisation, and signifying higher production. "A turning point for GMDC has been reached with the environmental clearance for the Surkha (N) lignite mine's capacity expansion.
"The success of this project is critical to our overall growth and revenue generation," said Roopwant Singh, the company's Managing Director. The announcement also stated that GMDC is expected to see significant revenue growth due to its increased capability for producing lignite. "The expansion of lignite production annually is poised to fuel the energy needs of industries across Saurashtra and Gujarat, fostering robust growth and development across various sectors within the state," the company stated.
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