Surjagarh Iron Ore Mines: Unveiling the Richness of India’s Natural Resources

An overview of the Surjagarh Iron Ore Mine of the Company depicting the arrangements made and the measures carried out for undertaking Iron Ore activities. The video also shows the upliftment of women empowerment by the Company along with various social activities carried out in the nearby vicinity.

• Lloyds Metals and Energy Limited has been granted an iron ore mining lease over an area of 348.09 Ha. at Surjagarh Village, for 50 years for which there is no premium to be paid over the life of the mine.
• Surjagarh (Wooria hills) located in the Surjagarh hill range is the most important and well-known major iron ore reserve in the Gadchiroli district of Maharashtra, due to its good quality of iron ore.
• The company is running its mining activities since 2021 by Thriveni Earthmovers Pvt. Ltd.
• The proven resources at the mine in the 1970s were estimated to be at 73.6 MMT. A more recent study which is underway, conducted by Tata Steel Industrial Consulting indicates that against these initial resources, actuals are far greater and would be in the range of 156 Million Tonnes. With an additional 706 Million Tonnes of BHQ (Banded Hematite Quartz).
• This was a result of the multiple boreholes dug here. In the 1970’s a total of 3995 running meters of digging and studies were conducted. Against this, in the years 2022 & 2023 we have dug an additional 25000 running meters.
• The final report and subsequent JORC certification has been done in March 2024.
• In the FY 2022-2023, we evacuated from the mines approximately 3 MTPA
• As on 10th March 2023, the company has been awarded the permit to now excavate upto 10 MTPA (Million metric tonnes per annum)
• Double Laning of Road is being constructed from our mines to Allapalli which is expected to be completed in the upcoming few months.
• We have also developed a “Stockyard” near Allapalli with a truck weighing facility using Govt. Approved Weighbridges can handle the entire material movement estimated to be generated from this mine.
• In May 2022, the company got approval to sell iron ore across India and to export globally as well, which was earlier restricted to only the state of Maharashtra.

• Double Laning of Road is being constructed from Mines to Allapalli and which is expected to be completed in the coming 2-3 months period of time. 
• The company has developed a “Stockyard” near Allapalli with truck weighment facility using Govt. Approved Weighbridges that handle 5 MMT of Iron Ore material per annum.
• In may 2022, the company got approval to sell iron ore across India and to export globally as well, which was earlier restricted to only the state of Maharashtra. 
• In FY 22, the production at Pithead was 2.80 MMT, against EC clearance of 3.0 MMT.  Against this 0.52 MMT was dispatched to various customers & to the stockyard for building up Stockpile.
• In FY 23, we plan to dispatch approx. 5.5  MMT, by reducing the stock at the Pithead. 
• We have also got the Mining Plan approved for 10 MMTPA. For this, Environment Clearance is also applied for.

Certification From Indian Bureau of Mines

Lloyds Metals and Energy Limited Iron Ore Mine at Surjagarh Receives 5 Star Rating from Indian Bureau of Mines.

Surjagarh, India – Lloyds Metals and Energy Limited (LMEL) is proud to announce that its Iron Ore Mine located at Surjagarh has been awarded a 5 Star Rating by the Indian Bureau of Mines (IBM). This prestigious rating is a recognition of LMEL’s commitment to safety, environmental protection, and productivity.

IBM is a government organization in India that is responsible for regulating mining activities in the country. The 5 Star Rating is only awarded to mines that have demonstrated exceptional performance in all aspects of mining operations, including safety measures, environmental protection, and efficient utilization of resources.

LMEL’s Surjagarh Iron Ore Mine is the third Iron ore mine in the country to receive this coveted rating, which is a testament to the company’s focus on sustainable and responsible mining practices. The mine was commercially started less than two years ago, and its rapid recognition by IBM is a significant milestone for the company.

“We are delighted to receive this 5 Star Rating from the Indian Bureau of Mines,” said Mr. B Prabhakar Director of Lloyds Metals and Energy Ltd. “This recognition is a testament to our commitment to safety, sustainability, and responsible mining practices. We have always prioritized the safety and well-being of our employees and the protection of the environment in which we operate. This achievement is a result of our team’s hard work and dedication.”

LMEL is committed to sustainable and responsible mining practices and strives to continuously improve its mining operations. The 5 Star Rating from IBM is a significant milestone for the company and reaffirms its position as a leader in the mining industry.

Lloyds Metals and Energy Limited is a leading player in the iron and steel industry in India. The Company has a strong presence in the mining, manufacturing, and power sectors. It is committed to sustainable and responsible mining practices and strives to contribute to the socio-economic development of the regions in which it operates.