These two blocks are expected to generate an annual revenue of Rs 339.06 billion once operational, with a capital investment of Rs 315 billion and employment for 2,839 people. The ongoing auction features nine blocks in total. On the first day of the auction, five blocks were awarded to companies like NLC India, ACC, and JSW Energy Utkal, with a combined revenue potential of Rs 1,106.91 billion and total geological reserves of 2,630.77 million tonnes.