Star Cement North East Limited, a material subsidiary of Star Cement Limited, has been declared the ‘Preferred Bidder’ for the Jhak Murkasani Block-JMK-R1-B mining lease in District Jodhpur, Rajasthan. This block, located in Murkasani village, Tehsil Bilara, covers an area of 31.33 hectares and holds an estimated limestone resource of 38.3332 MT. This development is significant for securing future raw material supply for the company’s operations.
Star Cement Subsidiary Secures Key Mining Lease
Star Cement Limited has announced that its material subsidiary, M/s Star Cement North East Limited, has been declared the ‘Preferred Bidder’ for the Jhak Murkasani Block-JMK-R1-B. This mining lease is for the acquisition of limestone resources and was part of an e-auction conducted by the Government of Rajasthan. The announcement was made on November 12, 2026.
Details of the Mining Block
The Jhak Murkasani Block is situated in the village of Murkasani, within Tehsil Bilara and District Jodhpur, Rajasthan. The awarded block spans an area of 31.33 hectares. Crucially, it is estimated to contain a substantial limestone resource of 38.3332 Million Tonnes (MT). This acquisition is expected to bolster the company’s raw material reserves and support its long-term operational strategy.
Source: BSE
