Union Minister for Coal and Mines Shri G. Kishan Reddy, along with Arunachal Pradesh Chief Minister Shri Pema Khandu, inaugurated the Namchik Namphuk Coal Mine in Changlang district on October 6, 2025. This marks Arunachal Pradesh’s first commercial coal mining project, opening a significant new chapter in the state’s economic development and firmly positioning it on India’s coal and energy map.
Inauguration Ceremony and Key Highlights
The event included the Bhumi Pujan ritual and a “100-tree plantation initiative” tree plantation drive at the project site. Following formalities, the mining lease was handed over and machinery flagging off by Coal Projects Private Limited (CPPL) marked the official commencement of mining operations. The coal mine boasts an estimated reserve of 1.5 crore tonnes and has become operational from this day.
Strategic Significance and Economic Impact
Union Minister Shri Reddy described the launch as a “symbol of new hope” and a crucial step toward energy security and regional development in the Northeast. The project is expected to generate over ₹100 crore in annual revenue for Arunachal Pradesh and create employment opportunities, empowering local communities and stimulating industrial growth.
Regional and National Importance
The mine will play a vital role in accelerating the development of Arunachal Pradesh and the broader North East region while bolstering India’s Aatmanirbhar Bharat initiative. It contributes to the broader energy security of the nation and aligns with government investments in strengthening connectivity and infrastructure across the Northeast.
Local Empowerment and Future Prospects
Chief Minister Shri Pema Khandu emphasized the mining project’s potential to boost the state’s economy, generate steady revenue, and foster livelihoods. He underlined that the project’s CSR commitments include education, health, and employment for local village communities. Additionally, five more mineral blocks have already been tendered for future exploration, signaling sustained mining sector growth in the state.
Conclusion
The Namchik Namphuk Coal Mine inauguration is a landmark for Arunachal Pradesh’s industrial advancement, promising economic upliftment, job creation, and enhanced energy contribution. It embodies a new era of resource-backed growth for the state, furthering India’s pursuit of energy self-reliance and regional development.
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Source: PIB
