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NMDC Steel Becomes First in India to Get BIS Certification for Hot Rolled Steel for Pipeline Transportation

The state-of-the-art steel plant achieves IS 18384:2023 certification, setting a new benchmark in quality and safety standards for the petroleum and natural gas pipeline sector.
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Raipur: In a significant achievement for India’s steel sector, NMDC Steel Limited (NSL) has become the first company in the country to receive an Indian Standards (IS) license for “Hot Rolled Steel Strip, Sheet, and Plates for Welded Steel Pipe for Pipeline Transportation Systems – General Requirements (IS 18384:2023).”

The certification was awarded by the Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) during the World Standards Day 2025 celebration at the Pandit Deendayal Upadhyay Auditorium, Raipur.

Recognition at a Prestigious Event

The BIS license was formally presented to Mr. Amrit Narayan, Chief General Manager (Steel), NMDC Steel, by Mr. Vishnu Deo Sai, Chief Minister of Chhattisgarh. The ceremony was graced by Mr. Dayal Das Baghel, Minister of Food & Civil Supplies, and Mr. S.K. Gupta, Director & Head, BIS Raipur.

This milestone reinforces NMDC Steel’s commitment to quality, innovation, and sustainable industrial growth, positioning the company at the forefront of steel manufacturing excellence in India.

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A New Benchmark for Pipeline Steel

The IS 18384:2023 certification represents a crucial benchmark in the production of steel products designed for pipeline transportation systems in the petroleum and natural gas sector. The standard ensures superior safety, reliability, and performance, enabling the delivery of world-class steel solutions to critical industries.

Leadership Speaks on the Milestone

Commenting on the achievement, Mr. Amitava Mukherjee, CMD, NMDC Steel, said:

“We are proud to be the first in India to receive this BIS license. It is a testament to our dedication to excellence and our contribution towards strengthening India’s industrial standards and infrastructure.”

Driving India’s Self-Reliance in Steel

With an installed capacity of 3.0 MTPA, NMDC Steel Limited is among India’s youngest integrated steel plants. The company continues to play a pivotal role in supporting the nation’s self-reliance in steel production, backed by cutting-edge technology and sustainable practices.

This BIS certification further strengthens NSL’s vision of becoming a leader in high-quality steel products and a key contributor to India’s growing pipeline and energy infrastructure.

About NMDC

NMDC Limited, a Navratna PSU under the Ministry of Steel, is India’s largest iron ore producer. With a strong presence in Karnataka and Chhattisgarh, NMDC contributes significantly to industrial growth while actively supporting social welfare through its CSR initiatives.

Read also: NMDC Board Approves New Subsidiary at GIFT City, Gujarat; Stock Gains Amid Market Optimism


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