NLC India Sets 104.35 MTPA Mining Target in Rs 1.17 Lakh Crore Capital Plan
NLC India Limited has announced targets of 104.35 MTPA in mining capacity and more than 10 GW in renewable energy generation, backed by a capital outlay of Rs 1.17 lakh crore, as reported on 21 September 2026 by Sahi. The state-owned lignite miner is among the most active promoters in the sector, with several projects currently under construction in Tamil Nadu and Rajasthan.
NLC India's Active Lignite Projects
Projects India tracks 29 lignite projects across India, of which NLC India is the promoter for multiple ongoing works. In Rajasthan, the company has a lignite project at Kolayat, Bikaner, valued at Rs 522 crore, currently at the construction stage. In Tamil Nadu, NLC India has a project at Neyveli, Cuddalore, valued at Rs 10,872 crore, also at the construction stage. A further project valued at Rs 400 crore at locations across Vellore, Salem and Tirunelveli in Tamil Nadu remains under approvals.
| Project | Promoter | Location | Value | Stage |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lignite Project | NLC India Limited | Kolayat, Bikaner, Rajasthan | Rs 522 crore | Construction Started |
| Lignite Project | NLC India Limited | Neyveli, Cuddalore, Tamil Nadu | Rs 10,872 crore | Construction Started |
| Lignite Project | NLC India Limited | Vellore, Salem, Tirunelveli, Tamil Nadu | Rs 400 crore | Under Approvals |
| Lignite Project | NLC India Limited | Kolayat, Bikaner, Rajasthan | Rs 522 crore | Construction Started |
Sector Geography: Where Lignite Activity Is Concentrated
Of the 29 lignite projects tracked in India, Gujarat accounts for the highest concentration with 12 projects, followed by Tamil Nadu with nine, Rajasthan with seven, and Andhra Pradesh with one. This distribution reflects the location of India's principal lignite deposits and the proximity of power utilities dependent on the fuel.
Beyond NLC India, other active promoters in the sector include Gujarat Industries Power Company Limited, which has projects at Mangrol in Gujarat and at Mangrol and Valia in Bharuch district, and Gujarat Mineral Development Corporation Limited, which has projects at Rajpardi in Bharuch at the construction stage. In Rajasthan, Rajasthan State Mines and Minerals Limited is pursuing the Shivkar Lignite Mining Project in Barmer, valued at Rs 6,323.2 crore, and the Kasnau-Matasukh project in Nagaur, both under approvals.
Stage Breakdown: Construction Activity Dominates
Across the 29 lignite projects in India tracked by Projects India, 13 are at the construction started stage, making this the most active category. Seven projects are under approvals, six have been completed, two are in planning, and one is nearing completion. The high proportion of projects at construction stage indicates sustained near-term demand for civil, mechanical and mining equipment services across Gujarat, Tamil Nadu and Rajasthan.
What this means for suppliers and contractors
NLC India's stated target of 104.35 MTPA in mining capacity, set within a Rs 1.17 lakh crore programme, points to a substantial pipeline of civil engineering, earthmoving, conveyor, and power infrastructure work over the coming years. Suppliers and equipment makers serving the lignite sector should note that Tamil Nadu and Rajasthan are the primary states where NLC India's own projects are active, while Gujarat hosts the largest total number of tracked lignite projects in the country.
With 13 projects nationally already at the construction stage, demand for mining equipment, electrical systems and site services is already live across multiple states. The seven projects under approvals — including large-value schemes in Rajasthan — represent a near-term opportunity pipeline for contractors seeking to position early. Projects India currently records no open tenders in Mining Projects, but the scale of NLC India's declared ambitions suggests procurement activity will follow. Suppliers can monitor the full pipeline on the live tenders page.
Frequently asked questions
What is NLC India's mining capacity target?
NLC India has set a target of 104.35 MTPA in mining capacity as part of a Rs 1.17 lakh crore capital programme that also includes a target of more than 10 GW in renewable energy, as reported on 21 September 2026.
How many lignite projects are currently tracked in India?
Projects India tracks 29 lignite projects across India. Of these, 13 are at the construction started stage, seven are under approvals, six are completed, two are in planning, and one is nearing completion.
Which states have the most lignite project activity in India?
Gujarat leads with 12 tracked lignite projects, followed by Tamil Nadu with nine and Rajasthan with seven. Andhra Pradesh accounts for one tracked project, according to Projects India data.
What NLC India lignite projects are currently under construction?
NLC India has lignite projects at construction stage in Kolayat, Bikaner, Rajasthan, valued at Rs 522 crore, and at Neyveli, Cuddalore, Tamil Nadu, valued at Rs 10,872 crore, according to Projects India records.
