Overview

• OMC has grown from a Rs 1 crore turnover in the 1960s to Rs 23,600 crore in 2024-25, ranking it among the top five mining PSUs in India.
• The Dubuna iron ore mine in Keonjhar district has resumed operations, expected to produce 3 million tonnes of iron ore and 0.05 million tonnes of manganese annually.
• Chief Minister Majhi launched power supply to key sites, inaugurated a 900 kW solar plant, and introduced four new IT systems to enhance operational efficiency.
• The state government is prioritizing enforcement against illegal mining, sustainable practices, and expanding CSR initiatives in education, healthcare, and sports.
• Plans were announced to diversify OMC’s activities with mineral value addition projects, including pellet plants, to boost local employment and economic growth.