Lignite is not only GMDC’s legacy mineral —it has been Gujarat’s energy enabler for more than six decades. From the earliest days of industrialisation to today’s power-intensive economy, our lignite operations have consistently supported the state’s thermal energy and captive power sectors.
GMDC currently operates five lignite mines: Panandhro, Mata no Madh, Rajpardi, Tadkeshwar, and Bhavnagar. In FY 2023–24, these mines collectively produced 61.19 lakh metric tonnes of lignite, supplying fuel to a wide range of industries, including cement, ceramics, textiles, and chemicals. With plans to add six more, GMDC is not only strengthening Gujarat’s energy security, but contributing significantly to its industrial strides.
Lignite continues to be one of the most economical solutions for base-load power, underpinning the operations of heavy industries and MSMEs alike. Its stable pricing and local availability make it an indispensable resource for cement plants, ceramics, textiles and small-scale manufacturers—ensuring that businesses of every scale can count on uninterrupted energy to drive production and create jobs.
Keeping up with the future, GMDC leverages cutting-edge technology to keep lignite supply seamless and responsive. From real-time fleet telematics to modernised excavation equipment and integrated dispatch dashboards, our digital ecosystem ensures precise resource planning, rapid decision-making and efficient delivery—making lignite procurement smarter, safer and consistently reliable.
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