The Hon’ble High Court extended the interim protection relating to the Sukinda Chromite Block dispute in Orissa until the next hearing, scheduled for December 12, 2025. This extension applies to both Writ Petition (Civil) No. 22431 and Writ Petition (Civil) No. 31035. These petitions concern demands totaling ₹1902.73 crore and ₹2410.90 crore issued by the Deputy Director of Mines. The demands are regarding alleged shortfalls in mineral dispatch.
Orissa Chromite Block Litigation Update
Tata Steel has received an update regarding pending litigation related to its Sukinda Chromite Block in Orissa. The cases involve demands raised by the Office of Deputy Director of Mines, Jajpur concerning alleged shortfalls in dispatch of minerals.
Details of the Writ Petitions
Two primary Writ Petitions are currently active:
- Writ Petition (Civil) No. 22431: Filed in response to Demand Letter 1, issued on July 3, 2025, for ₹1902,72,53,760.
- Writ Petition (Civil) No. 31035: Filed in response to Demand Letter 2, issued on October 3, 2025, for ₹2410,89,66,881.
Court Decision
On December 3, 2025, the Hon’ble High Court heard both Writ Petitions and decided to extend the interim protection previously granted. The extension continues until the next scheduled hearing date, December 12, 2025. This means authorities are restrained from taking coercive action against the Company until then.
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