India, Nov. 19 -- Union Minister H D Kumaraswamy recently unveiled a plan to double Rourkela Steel Plant Capacity to 9.8 million tonnes by 2030.

Calling RSP a pillar of India's steel journey, the Minister said it was a "proud moment" to visit the country's first Public Sector Integrated Steel Plant.

"For over six decades, RSP has not just operated but flourished. It has emerged as a major player and a foundation stone of our domestic steel industry," he said.

The Union Minister praised the dedication of the RSP workforce.

"I congratulate the RSP collective for the substantial improvements achieved in production, productivity, and techno-economics," he said.

During the visit, he inaugurated the modern 1 MTPA Slab Caster at Steel Melti...