“This historic performance of NSL is a defining moment in our journey as a steel maker >> Amitabh Mukherjee, CMD
NSL sets new records of per day production on 13th and 14th April, 2025
JAGDALPUR ,Nagarnar, April 15, 2025: Nagarnar Steel Limited (NSL) achieved historic operational milestones on 13th and 14th April, 2025, with all key units achieving record-breaking production – highlighting both the process excellence of the plant and its growing strength in India’s steel sector. In a significant milestone on April 13, 2025, NSL’s blast furnace achieved a historic production of 10,169 tonnes of hot metal in a single day, surpassing its designed maximum capacity and reaching a production of 2.26 t/m³/day. Commissioned in August 2023, the furnace has a useful volume of 4,506 cubic metres and was originally designed for an average hot metal production of 9,500 TPD, with a rated peak of 9,900 TPD and a design throughput of 2.2 t/m³/day. Achieving such a performance in less than 2 years of operation highlights the technical excellence and operational management inherent in NSL’s processes.
In yet another record-breaking performance of NSL on 14th April, 2025, Sinter Plant registered its highest ever daily production of 12,385 tonnes, Hot Strip Mill achieved a new benchmark with 8,260 tonnes of HR coil production and Steel Webbtong Shop achieved an impressive production of 47 heats and 8,600 tonnes of liquid steel in a single day, along with many other milestones. These developments have come at a time when NSL is already crossing its rated performance levels, indicating its increasing failure since Keelingong.
In his address, Shri Amitabh Mukherjee, Chairman & Managing Director (CMD), NDDC Steel said, “This historic performance of NSL is a defining moment in our journey as a steel manufacturer. Exceeding the design capabilities within a few months of commissioning demonstrates the exceptional capabilities of our engineering, operations and manpower. These achievements are a significant reflection of NSL’s readiness to establish itself amongst the leading steel manufacturers in India.” In line with our commitment to sustainable and cost effective operations, NSL’s blast furnace is equipped with an advanced Pulverised Coal Injection (PCI) system designed to inject 150 kilograms of coal per tonne of hot metal (kg/THC). Specifically, our operating team has already achieved and sustained injection rates above the design limit, optimising fuel efficiency and reducing dependence on coke, a significant step towards greener steel production.
Overcoming complexities and logistical constraints, the Team demonstrated exceptional planning, execution and operational management to not only stabilize the plant, but also establish it as a formidable steel producer in the Indian steel sector within a few months of commissioning.
NSL has focused on pushing the boundaries of innovation and excellence in steel production. With each achievement, the Company is reinforcing its commitment to world class manufacturing, national self-reliance and sustainable development.