
NLC India Limited (NLCIL), a Central Public Sector Undertaking (CPSE) under the Ministry of Coal, has achieved a major milestone in its strategic diversification and resource security initiatives by awarding a combined license for phosphorite and limestone blocks in Balod district of Chhattisgarh.
According to NLCIL, the license was issued on April 24, 2026 by the Department of Mineral Resources, Government of Chhattisgarh, which allowed the company to carry out a detailed geological survey in both blocks. This development represents a key step in the company’s efforts to strengthen its presence in critical and strategic mineral resources.
Published – 27 Apr 2026 16:29 IST





