- LOI of Successful bidder secured following completion of all clearances and documentation
- Strengthens Hindustan Zinc’s mineral exploration and resource portfolio across India
Udaipur, 15 November 2025: Hindustan Zinc Limited (BSE: 500188 & NSE: HINDZINC), India’s only and the world’s largest integrated zinc producer, has been officially announced as the successful bidder for a tungsten and associated mineral block in Andhra Pradesh, following the receipt of the formal composite license from the State Government. The development marks a significant milestone in Hindustan Zinc’s strategic pursuit of expanding its presence beyond zinc, lead, and silver into the domain of critical and high-value minerals that are essential for advanced manufacturing and industrial applications. With this achievement, the company continues to build on its legacy of responsible mining and exploration, reinforcing its commitment to contribute meaningfully to India’s vision of self-reliance by strategically building a multi-metal portfolio.
Earlier this year, the company had been declared the preferred bidder through a competitive auction process conducted by the Union Government. With all required documentation and statutory clearances now completed, the formal grant of the composite license marks the culmination of the process and a significant step forward in Hindustan Zinc’s efforts to diversify its mineral portfolio and enhance its exploration capabilities across the country.
Speaking on the development, Arun Misra – CEO, Hindustan Zinc, said, “We are pleased to be officially announced as the successful bidder for the tungsten block in Andhra Pradesh. The successful completion of this process reflects our unwavering commitment to responsible exploration, technological excellence and long-term value creation for all stakeholders. This milestone marks another step forward in Hindustan Zinc’s journey of expanding its mineral footprint and contributing to the nation’s self-reliance in critical and strategic minerals. As we progress on this path, Hindustan Zinc will continue to explore and develop the metals and minerals that India needs to become truly self-sufficient and future-ready.”
The acquisition of this tungsten block represents a significant advancement in Hindustan Zinc’s long-term strategy to strengthen its mineral resource base and participate in India’s critical minerals landscape. By securing this block, the company continues to align its growth ambitions with the national vision of building a self-sufficient and globally competitive mining sector.
This development further reinforces Hindustan Zinc’s leadership in the country’s natural resources domain and marks an important chapter in its continued journey toward sustainable and responsible growth.
About Hindustan Zinc Limited
Hindustan Zinc Limited (BSE: 500188 and NSE: HINDZINC), a Vedanta Group company, is the world’s largest integrated zinc producer and is amongst the top 5 silver producers globally. The company supplies to more than 40 countries and holds a market share of about 77% of the primary zinc market in India. Hindustan Zinc has been recognized as the world’s most sustainable company in the metals and mining category for the third consecutive year by the S&P Global Corporate Sustainability Assessment 2025, reflecting its operational excellence, innovation, and leading ESG practices. The company also became the first Indian company to join the prestigious International Council on Mining & Metals (ICMM) in 2025. The company also launched EcoZen, Asia's first low carbon 'green' zinc brand. Produced using renewable energy, EcoZen has a carbon footprint of less than 1 tonne of carbon equivalent per tonne of zinc produced, about 75% lower than the global average. Hindustan Zinc is also a certified 3.32 times Water-Positive company and is committed to achieving Net Zero emissions by 2050 or sooner. Transforming the lives of 2.3 million people through its focused social welfare initiatives, Hindustan Zinc is among the Top 10 CSR companies in India. As an energy transition metals company, Hindustan Zinc is pivotal in providing critical metals essential for a sustainable future.
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Ms. Maitreyee Sankhla
Head - Corporate Communications
maitreyee.sankhla@vedanta.co.in
