Indian Miners: India Has the Capacity to Produce 700 Million mt of Iron Ore Annually, Becoming the Second Largest Iron Ore Producer

Published: Apr 25, 2025 10:21

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According to recent reports by Indian media, Anil Agarwal, Chairman of Indian mining company Vedanta Group, believes that India has the potential to surpass Brazil and China to become the world's second-largest iron ore producer. Agarwal further stated, "Given our vast reserves, it is entirely possible for us to produce 700 million mt annually and become the second-largest iron ore producer, second only to Australia.

According to recent reports from Indian media, Anil Agarwal, Chairman of Indian mining company Vedanta Group, believes that India has the potential to surpass Brazil and China to become the world's second-largest iron ore producer. Agarwal further stated, "Given our vast reserves, it is entirely possible for us to produce 700 million mt annually and become the second-largest iron ore producer after Australia. This will bring significant economic growth, employment, and government revenue to India." Agarwal also pointed out that India has approximately 33 billion mt of iron ore reserves, which will significantly boost its global mining ambitions. He added, "This will also lead to the rapid development of iron ore-rich states such as Chhattisgarh, Jharkhand, and Odisha. Currently, the average income in these states is below the Indian average, but with their immense underground potential, they can easily reach twice the Indian average. Let us be visionary and think boldly."

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