Mines Performance
KAYAD MINE
The underground Kayad Mine (KM) in Ajmer, Rajasthan, started operations in 2011 and commenced ore production in FY2013. Over the years, it has continued to enhance performance excellence with a focus on innovation, technology and sustainability.
KEY OPERATIONAL MILESTONES, FY2025
KM delivered excellent performance in terms of both production and quality, producing 694 kt of ore with c.35 kt of metal content. The performance was driven by targeted initiatives and innovations.
0.69 Mnt
Ore Production
5.80%
Grade
35 kt
Mined Metal Production
6.1 km
Mine Development
OPERATIONAL AND STRATEGIC DEVELOPMENTS
- Mined an additional 10 kt metal from the mined pillars with geotechnical challenges, ensuring maximum mineral recovery to avoid permanent resource loss
- Implemented innovative mining practices for a complex ore body with a higher stope recovery of 95%
SAFETY AND ENVIRONMENTAL DEVELOPMENTS
- Established India’s first 24x7 women-operated underground mine control room and an all-women first aid team
- Deployed Hindustan Zinc’s first-ever electric road sweeper that will reduce annual GHG emission by c.6,000 kgCO2e
