Nalco Aims to Launch Pottangi Bauxite Mines by 2026.

State-owned National Aluminium Company Ltd (Nalco) plans to commence operations at its Pottangi bauxite mines in Odisha by June 2026, as part of its strategy to expand its integrated aluminium business.

Dilip Buildcon Ltd has been selected as the L-1 bidder for the development and operation of the Pottangi mines. “Our target is June next year we will be starting the mines,” Nalco CMD Brijendra Pratap Singh said.

The company also intends to boost alumina production at its Damanjodi refinery in Koraput district, Odisha, supporting its broader expansion plans.