MOIL posted its best-ever September production of 1.52 lakh tonnes, up 3.8 per cent from the same period last year, reflecting robust operational performance. Exploratory core drilling also surged to 5,314 metre, a 46 per cent increase, highlighting the company’s focus on expanding its resource base.

For Q2 FY26 (July–September 2025), MOIL achieved record quarterly production of 4.42 lakh tonnes, up 10.3 per cent year-on-year, and sales of 3.53 lakh tonne, growing 18.6 per cent over the same quarter last year. Exploratory drilling for the quarter reached 21,035 metre, marking a 4.1 per cent increase over Q2 FY25.

Ajit Kumar Saxena, CMD, MOIL, said, “The growth achieved across key parameters underscores MOIL’s commitment to operational excellence and long-term sustainability. With continued emphasis on exploration across all mines, MOIL is well positioned to enhance reserves and maintain leadership in the manganese sector.”