Kutch: The Gujarat Mineral Development Corporation Ltd (GMDC) on Friday announced that it has secured Environmental Clearance from the Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change for its Lakhpat–Punrajpur Lignite and Limestone Mine in Kutch, Gujarat.

The mine has been approved with a production capacity of 3.0 MTPA of lignite and 29.81 MTPA of limestone, marking a significant regulatory milestone in the company’s growth trajectory. The clearance enhances long-term production visibility and strengthens GMDC’s mineral resource base within Gujarat, further consolidating its position across both fuel and industrial mineral segments.

The integrated development of lignite and limestone resources is expected to support core sectors such as energy generation, cement, and other mineral-based industries, thereby improving supply stability and reinforcing GMDC’s strategic relevance within the state’s industrial ecosystem. The approval also represents a key regulatory step enabling the company to advance toward project implementation in compliance with statutory requirements.

The Lakhpat–Punrajpur Mine forms part of GMDC’s expansion strategy aimed at strengthening its reserve base, diversifying mineral streams, and ensuring sustainable operational growth. The company remains committed to responsible mining practices, environmental safeguards, and transparent compliance frameworks while pursuing long-term value creation.