State-owned miner NMDC reported a strong operational performance in December, with iron ore production increasing by 15% year-on-year, while sales recorded a sharper rise of 19%. The growth reflects improved mine operations, steady demand from the domestic steel sector, and smoother logistics during the month.
The rise in output was supported by higher capacity utilisation across NMDC’s key mining complexes, alongside better operational efficiencies. Robust offtake from steel producers helped translate higher production into stronger sales volumes, underscoring sustained demand for iron ore despite broader market volatility.
Industry observers said the performance strengthens NMDC’s position as a key supplier to India’s steel industry and aligns with the government’s push to boost raw material availability for infrastructure and manufacturing growth. The company’s December numbers also signal positive momentum heading into the latter part of the financial year.