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When was the 14th Round of Auction of Coal Mines for Sale of Coal launched, and what was unique about it?
A21.08.2025 — only coking coal mines
B07.05.2025 — only opencast mines
C01.09.2025 — only commercial mines
D29.10.2025 — 41 mines offered, including provisions for Underground Coal Gasification (UCG)
Answer & Solution
Correct answer: D. 29.10.2025 — 41 mines offered, including provisions for Underground Coal Gasification (UCG)
The 14th Round of Coal Mine Auction was launched on 29.10.2025 offering 41 coal mines. For the first time, provisions for Underground Coal Gasification (UCG) were introduced in the auction framework, with 21 mines offered for UCG potential. (Source: MoC Year-End Review 2025.)
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