NMDC Tender Under Scanner: Allegations of Rule Manipulation to Favour a Single Company

Jagdalpur | The Eagle Eye News – Investigation

Serious allegations of irregularities and possible corruption have surfaced in the tender process issued by NMDC Steel Plant, Nagarnar. The Bastar District OBC Mahasabha has raised strong objections, alleging that the tender process has been manipulated to favour a particular private company, bypassing established rules and transparency norms.

In this regard, a crucial meeting was convened by O.P. Sahu, General Secretary, Bastar District OBC Mahasabha, along with state-level office bearers, to finalize the submission of a memorandum to the Chief Vigilance Officer (CVO) of NMDC, demanding an independent probe.

🔎 Tender Details Under Question

Tender Number: GEM/2025/8/6997614
Work: Handling and Processing of Iron & Steel Slag and Recovery of Scrap
Duration: 3 Years
Capacity: 3.0 MTPA Integrated Steel Plant
Location: Nagarnar, Near Jagdalpur, Chhattisgarh
Date of Issue: 13 December 2025

According to information and documents reviewed, the tender appears to have been structured in a manner that allegedly benefits FSNL Private Limited, while other eligible and technically competent companies were systematically excluded.

🚨 Key Allegations Highlighted

• Manipulation of eligibility criteria to ensure only one company qualifies.
• Exclusion of competent bidders without transparent justification.
• Inadequate scrutiny of technical documents submitted by the favoured company.
• Lack of transparency in tender opening and evaluation, violating CVC guidelines.
• Suspected collusion between NMDC officials and the private firm.

OBC Mahasabha leaders warned that such alleged practices not only undermine fair competition but also pose a serious risk to public funds and institutional integrity.

⚖️ Demands Raised

• Immediate suspension of the ongoing tender process.
• Formation of an independent investigation committee.
• Time-bound vigilance inquiry under CVC norms.
• Strict disciplinary and legal action against guilty officials and entities.

State-level office bearers categorically stated that if corrective action is not taken, the issue will be raised from the streets to Parliament, ensuring that the alleged corruption is exposed at every forum.

The Eagle Eye News will continue to monitor developments closely and bring further facts to light in the public interest.

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