KOLKATA,October 30, 2025: Union Coal secretary Vikram Dev Dutt on Thursday inaugurated the four-day 11th International Mining, Equipment & Minerals Exhibition (IME) at the Biswa Bangla Mela ground here.
India presently stands at a pivotal juncture to gain a momentum to lead the next phase of the global mining revolution and the point of sustainability has been pegged to remain at the core of all initiatives in the coal sector as coal is not merely a commodity but a strategic pillar of India’s economic growth and energy sector.
To spur the revolution, Coal India has pegged to spend around Rs 16,000 crore in FY 2026 for its capital expenditure and asked all its subsidiary companies, except Northern Coalfields, to increase their offer quantity under e-auction to 40 per cent of their respective total production in the first quarter of FY26.
Concurrently, SAIL has already embarked on the process of capacity expansion to 35 million tonnes per annum (MTPA) and the work for the phase one (15 Mt ) has been kicked off.
The IME 2025 assumed a critical significance as CIL chairman-cum-managing director P M Prasad and Steel Authority of India chairman Amarendu Prakash, both stalwarts their respective fields, addressed the inaugural ceremony of the 11th Asian Mining Congress among others.
In fact, there has been rising demand for infrastructure mobilisation, renewable energy projects and advanced, sustainable mining technologies. Enthused by an overall drop in coal imports, the Coal ministry has reiterated its goal to become a net exporter of non-coking coal by 2025-26.
Thus, the four-day IME & ISME International Conference & Exhibitions 2025 that begun here today, is likely to turn the ‘City of Joy’ into an epicentre of the World mining and metal industry.
A rare combination of three events – the Asian Mining Congress(AMC), the International Mining Equipment, Minerals, Machinery Exhibition (IME 2025), and the International Metal Exhibition (ISME 2025) which represent India’s largest integrated platform for the Mining and Metals sectors – will make a display of machinery, equipment and the latest innovative technologies in the mining and metal industries.
Concurrent to the Exhibitions at the Biswa Bangla Mela Prangan & Science City Ground here jointly organised by MGMI ( Mining, Geological & Metallurgical Institute of India) and TAFCON, the Asian Mining Congress (AMC) to be held on 30th and 31st October, 2025 at Hotel JW Marriot, is likely to inject a much-desired push to India’s mining momentum.
Over the years, AMC, IME and ISME have been facilitating global dialogues on mining ecosystem. Spread over 1.1 Lacs sqm, the IME & ISME 2025, have received a fabulous response from MINING & METALS industry, with participation from over 34 countries, 700 Stalls, 10 National and International Pavilions besides ‘who’s who’ from India including PSU’s, State Governments, Corporates, mineral rich Indian states, MSME’s, Academia, R&D Innovators, reflecting these Sun-shine sectors’ diverse ecosystem.
The Congress (AMC 2025) having the theme “Innovative & Responsible Mining for Inclusive Growth”, will feature a very high level keynote papers, Country & Technical papers from the world over. This is likely to bring together over 100 speakers, 1000 delegates from about 34 countries, including policymakers, equipment manufacturers, practising engineers, technology consultants, and academicians.
These Events are supported by the Ministry of Coal and Mines, Government of India, Council of Scientific & Industrial Research (CSIR) and Coal India Ltd. (A Maharatna Company), and Steel Authority of India (SAIL), apart from support by several Industry Associations. Leading mining equipment and machinery manufacturers will showcase their latest advancements, catering to the growing demand for modernized and mechanized mining solutions in India.
These Mining, Metal and Metallurgy events continue their legacy by providing the biggest business opportunity and a forum for industry leaders to exchange best practices, debate key issues, and explore new opportunities for collaboration and are must attend events for professionals seeking to stay ahead in the rapidly evolving Mining landscape.
The Indian government is actively promoting a “Make in India” initiative with a focus on establishing the country as a global hub for mining and manufacturing, particularly in the critical minerals and electronics sectors. This involves attracting investments, boosting domestic manufacturing capabilities, augmentation of exports, which will be a critical factor in the growth of these industries and their contribution to the GDP.
To give maximum opportunities to the participants for networking, opening doors to new contacts and fostering direct business interactions, a number of Networking Events are planned adjunct to the exhibitions namely Buyer-Seller Meet, Rubber Conference and Innovation Conference besides Networking dinner among others.
The four-day event is expected to have many Country and state level delegations. Some of the key participating exhibitors are Andritz; Austrade; BEML; BKT Tyers; Carboundum Universal; Catterpillar, Ceat Tyres; Coal India (Alongwith All Subsidiaries); CSIR & DRDO Labs; Continental Conveyors; DCS Techno; Elektromag; Endress + Hauser; Exxonmobil; Flender; GMDC; Gorny; GSI; Hazemag; JMS Mining; Joy Global; JSL, JSP; Kennametal; Komatsu; Lloyds Metals & Energy; Liebherr; Maco; Mecon; MECL; Moil; Maha Hydraulics; Mahajan Conveyers; Mining India; NBC Bearing; NMDC; NTPC; Orbinox; Phoenix Contact; Reva Cranes; SAIL; Shanthi Gears; Tata Hitachi; Tata Steel; Thejo; TKIL Industries; VDMA; Veedol; Waidhan; Xcmg; Xylem and several others.
