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Open-cast mining in Deocha-Pachami block to begin in February.

  • Published In: Project Reporters, 2025. P. N.PAG 1 of 2

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Abstract

The West Bengal government is preparing to start open-cast mining at the Deocha-Pachami coal block, which is India's largest and the world's second-largest coal reserve, in February. The project, led by the West Bengal Power Development Corporation (WBPDCL), will combine traditional and innovative methods to maximize the block's potential. The initiative will involve a mix of open-cast and underground mining, as well as underground coal gasification in areas where conventional methods are not suitable. The project, estimated at Rs 35,000 crore, is expected to have a significant impact on the Birbhum district, with plans to explore coal gasification for deposits up to 400 meters deep. [Extracted from the article]

Additional Information

  • Source:Project Reporters. 2025/01, pN.PAG
  • Document Type:Article
  • Subject Area:Mining and Mineral Resources
  • Publication Date:2025
  • Accession Number:182532397
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