- Hindustan Zinc introduces advanced tele-remote drilling at Rajpura Dariba Mine, strengthening smart, digitally enabled underground operations
- Technology enables surface-controlled drilling across 600+ meters, delivering ~60 m/hour performance and an expected ~17% productivity improvement
- Proven deployment at world-class Sindesar Khurd and Rampura Agucha mines now scaled to Rajpura Dariba Mine, reinforcing Hindustan Zinc’s leadership in next-generation mining technologies
Udaipur : Hindustan Zinc Limited (BSE: 500188 | NSE: HINDZINC),India’s only and the world’s largest integrated zinc producerhas deployed an advanced tele-remote drilling system at its Rajpura Dariba mine in Rajasthan, as part of its push toward digitally enabled and highly automated underground operations. The system allows engineers to operate drilling equipment remotely from the surface with real-time precision, improving safety and efficiency. Currently effective over a range of 600 metres, scalable up to 800 metres, the technology delivers drilling speeds of around 60 metres per hour.
Enabled by strong wireless connectivity, it ensures continuous drilling across shifts, improving utilization and efficiency, with an overall productivity gain of ~17%.
This technology has already been successfully implementedat Hindustan Zinc’sworld’s fourth most silver producing mine -Sindesar Khurd and Rampura Agucha Mine, where it has delivered strong results in improving safety, equipment utilization, and production efficiency.
Commenting on the progress, Arun Misra, CEO and Whole-Time Director, Hindustan Zinc, said, “The deployment of tele-remote system at Rajpura Dariba highlights our focus on creating intelligent, future-ready mining systems powered by automation and digital innovation. By integrating advanced technologies across our operations, we are enhancing performance, reliability, and sustainability while setting new benchmarks for the mining industry in India.”
Hindustan Zinc continues to drive innovation in the metals & mining sector by deploying advanced technologies that enhance safety, efficiency, and sustainability. At present, Hindustan Zinc is working with over 20 technology startups on more than 50 projects through V Spark Deeptech Ventures. The company collaborates with startups in key areas including production enhancement, cost optimization, value creation, ESG (environmental, social & governance) leadership, and improved safety practices.
Hindustan Zinc has embedded technological excellence and innovation such as robotics, artificial intelligence, blockchain, and the Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT), across its operations. Recently the company announced the implementation of an advanced AI – powered camera surveillance system, across its operations. This innovative solution ensures workplace safety, operational efficiency and compliance monitoring resulting in almost 50% reduction in manual intervention. Additionally, the company has deployed robotic automation in high temperature smelting operations, boosting precision, streamlining metallurgical workflows, and ensuring consistent product quality. Looking forward, Hindustan Zinc is set to introduce LiDAR-enabled drone-based stope scanning to elevate the accuracy of underground mine mapping and optimize extraction planning. Through these technologically advanced innovations, Hindustan Zinc is redefining the future of metals &mining in India and setting new global benchmarks for the industry.
