Gujarat Mineral Development Corporation Ltd. (GMDC), a Government of Gujarat enterprise and India’s leading lignite producer, has received Environmental Clearance (EC) from the Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change (MoEF&CC), Government of India for its Lakhpat–Punrajpur Lignite and Limestone Mine located in Kutch, Gujarat.
The Mine has been approved with a production capacity of 3.0 MTPA of lignite and 29.81 MTPA of limestone, marking a significant regulatory milestone in the Company’s growth trajectory. The clearance enhances long-term production visibility and strengthens GMDC’s mineral resource base within Gujarat, further consolidating its position across both fuel and industrial mineral segments.
The integrated development of lignite and limestone resources is expected to support core sectors such as energy generation, cement and other mineral-based industries, thereby improving supply stability and reinforcing GMDC’s strategic relevance within the state’s industrial ecosystem. The approval also reflects regulatory progress that enables the company to advance towards project implementation in line with the statutory requirements.
The Lakhpat-Punrajpur Mine forms part of GMDC’s expansion strategy aimed at strengthening its reserve base, diversifying mineral streams, and ensuring sustainable operational growth. The Company remains committed to responsible mining practices, environmental safeguards and transparent compliance frameworks while pursuing long-term value creation.
Gujarat Mineral Development Corporation Limited (GMDC) is one of India’s leading stateowned mining enterprises and a Public Sector Undertaking of the Government of Gujarat. The Corporation operates five lignite mines across Kutch, South Gujarat, and the Bhavnagar region, supporting critical energy and industrial requirements. GMDC is recognised as the largest merchant seller of lignite in the country, with a strong track record of responsible mining and resource development.
