Bhubaneswar, July 22: The Odisha government is all set to roll auctions of as many as 22 new mines, for boosting revenue form mines & minerals.
The announcement was made on Tuesday by State Mines Minister Bibhuti Jena.
Jena while discussing on operation of new mines, stated that the preparations for auction of 22 designated mines are in the final stages.
At least 8 mines were auctioned soon after the newly formed government found that the mines were left out due to inordinate delay in auction.Following the auctions all of the 22 mines will be functional for production, the minister said.
Jena also indicated towards new industries and down-stream units which will also boost the industrial ecosystem after operation of the new mines.
