Auction of 5 mineral blocks in Odisha to take off in April, tender floated

Two iron ore, three limestone blocks to go under hammer, bid deadline is April 18

The Odisha government is readying to start the auction of five more mineral blocks by April. It has identified two iron ore and three limestone blocks to go under the hammer.

Notice Inviting Tender (NIT) has already been issued in respect of these blocks. Two iron ore blocks -- Chandiposhi and Purheibahal -- would be offered for mining lease (ML). Of the three limestone blocks identified, Behera Banjipali and Garramura are meant for ML, while the Uskalvagu block is for grant of composite license (prospecting license cum ML).

The deadline for submission of bids is April 18.