Jindal Steel Declared Preferred Bidder for Rengalaberha North-East Extension and Nuagan West Iron Ore Block in Odisha
Keonjhar | 12 March 2026 ///—Jindal Steel has been declared the preferred bidder bythe Government of Odisha for the Rengalaberha North-East Extension and Nuagan West Iron Ore Block in Keonjhar district. The iron ore block spans
approximately 84 hectares. Following the successful conclusion of the online
auction, Jindal Steel has committed to a final price offer of 111.15 per cent
premium to the Government of Odisha.
The block was part of a tranche of 12 mineral blocks notified for auction by the
Directorate of Mines and Geology, Odisha, in December 2025. As per Governmentrecords, the block has been explored up to the G2 level and hosts estimated ironore resources of approximately 38 million tonnes.
About Jindal Steel
Jindal Steel Limited is one of India’s foremost integrated steel producers,
renowned for its scale, efficiency, and commitment to excellence. Operating on a
robust mine-to-metal model, the Company leverages captive resources, advanced
manufacturing capabilities, and a global distribution network to deliver high-
performance steel solutions. With an investment footprint exceeding USD 12
billion, Jindal Steel runs state-of-the-art facilities in Angul, Raigarh, and Patratu,
and maintains strategic operations across India and Africa. Its diversified and
future-ready product portfolio underpins core sectors such as infrastructure,
construction, and manufacturing, powering progress through strength and
sustainability
