Adani Power has received approval from the Ministry of Coal to begin mining operations at the Dhirauli Mine in the Singrauli district of Madhya Pradesh. 

The mine, owned by a subsidiary of Adani Power, has a peak production capacity of 6.5 million tonnes per annum (MTPA). 

This development is a key step towards backward integration for Adani Power, ensuring a long-term, captive supply of coal for its nearby 1,200 MW Mahan Power plant and its merchant power requirements. 

The mining lease is valid for 30 years and holds a gross geological reserve of 620 million tonnes.