Indias iron ore output rises 60% in past 10 years but high-grade share declines sharply

Source: BigMint Apr 15, 2026 08:30

Raw material supply for steelmaking, pellet production tightens. Imports gain traction, accelerating beneficiation remains hurdle

Data Deep Dive: India's iron ore production has expanded steadily over the past decade, but the quality mix has deteriorated, limiting the usable quality for efficient steelmaking. Iron ore output rose 60% in the past 10 years, from 195 million tonnes (mnt) in FY17 to an estimated 310 mnt

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