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Vedanta Wins Bid for Karnapodikonda Bauxite Block in Odisha, Securing Long-Term Supplies

Published: Feb 28, 2026 10:51
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[SMM Aluminum Express News] Vedanta Limited was declared the preferred bidder for the Karnapodikonda bauxite block in Odisha on February 27, 2026, following a competitive e-auction by the state government. The block spans 532.747 hectares (at G2 exploration level) and supports backward integration for Vedanta's aluminium business by securing long-term bauxite supplies for its operations (e.g., Lanjigarh refinery and Jharsuguda smelter). The 'Declaration of Preferred Bidder' notification was received at 4:20 pm IST. The auction followed a tender invited on December 4, 2025.

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