
PC Jeweller Limited has announced that its step-down subsidiary, PCJ Mining SARL, has been granted a mining license in the Republic of Chad.
This development marks a significant step for the company in the field of precious metal extraction.
On April 28, 2026, PC Jeweller Limited disclosed that PCJ Mining SARL, its step-down subsidiary, has received a license for semi-mechanized artisanal mining of gold.
The license has been granted by the Ministry of Petroleum, Mining and Oil Geology, Republic of Chad, for a period of 1 year. This license may be renewed in line with applicable laws.
The subsidiary, PCJ Mining SARL, was incorporated in Chad on February 23, 2026, with a focus on the extraction of precious metal ores.
The company aims to engage in mining, mineral exploration, quarrying, production, refining, and marketing of mineral products. Additionally, it will provide related services and engage in general import-export trade.
The granting of this license provides PC Jeweller with an opportunity to explore the mining sector further.
This move could potentially lead to vertical integration within the group, aligning their operations more closely with the supply chain of precious metals.
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As of April 29, 2026, at 10:36 AM, PC Jeweller share price on NSE was trading at ₹9.59 up by 1.27% from the previous closing price.
PC Jeweller Limited's acquisition of a mining license in Chad through its subsidiary, PCJ Mining SARL, represents a strategic expansion into the mining sector. This development could enhance the company's capabilities in precious metal extraction and related activities.
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Published on: Apr 29, 2026, 12:11 PM IST

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