ITANAGAR, Oct 05: Union Minister for Coal and Mines G Kishan Reddy and Arunachal Pradesh Chief Minister Pema Khandu will jointly inaugurate the Namchik-Namphuk Coal Mine in Changlang district on Monday, marking the start of the first legal private commercial coal mining operation in the North East, officials said on Sunday.
The much-anticipated project, being developed by the Mahalaxmi Group, is expected to generate an estimated ₹4,500 crore in revenue for the Arunachal Pradesh government, they said.
Reddy said the inauguration would mark a “new era of trust, transparency, and transformation” in the region’s mining sector.
“This is not just a mining project. It is a symbol of trust, transparency, and transformation for the people of Arunachal Pradesh. We are bringing sustainable, scientific, and legal mining practices to a region that holds immense potential,” the union minister said ahead of the event.
Chief Minister Khandu said the project would be a major driver of industrial growth and employment in the state.
“This initiative will not only boost revenue but also bring in skill development, infrastructure, and long-term employment for our youth. We are proud to be part of India’s growth journey,” he said.
Chairman of Mahalaxmi Group Naveen Singhal, one of the promoters of the Namchik-Namphuk Coal Mine, said the project would set a “national benchmark” in combining economic development with environmental responsibility.
The Namchik-Namphuk mine is seen as a key step in integrating the North East into the national energy and infrastructure network, in line with Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s vision of an Atma Nirbhar Bharat, officials added.
