Board approved India’s 1st Zinc tailing reprocessing plant of 10 Mtpa at Rampura Agucha
Included in Nifty 100 and Nifty Next 50 indices w.e.f. 30th September 2025
Udaipur : Hindustan Zinc Limited (BSE: 500188 & NSE: HINDZINC), the world’s largest integrated zinc producer and among the top five silver producers globally, announced its financial results for the second quarter and half year ended 30th September 2025. The company reported its best-ever second quarter mined metal production of 258 Kt, alongside a five-year low zinc cost of production at $ 994 per tonne, improving 7% YoY and 2% QoQ. The company also recorded the highest-ever 2Q revenue from operations of ₹ 8,549 crore, up 10% QoQ and 4% YoY, and the highest-ever 2Q EBITDA of ₹ 4,467 crore, up 16% QoQ and 7% YoY, maintaining an industry-leading EBITDA margin of 52%. Resultantly, the profit after tax stood at ₹ 2,649 crore, rising 19% QoQ and 14% YoY.
Silver remained a strong contributor, driving approximately 40% of overall profitability, reinforcing the company’s unique position to ride the emerging silver wave. During the quarter, Hindustan Zinc delivered superior total shareholder returns of 7%, significantly outperforming the Nifty 100’s 3% decline, underscoring its consistent value creation and operational excellence. Reflecting its robust market performance and growing investor confidence, the company was also included in the Nifty 100 and Nifty Next 50 indices, effective September 30, 2025.
In 2Q FY26, Hindustan Zinc commissioned a new 160 Ktpa Roaster at Debari and completed debottlenecking at the Dariba Smelting Complex, boosting overall production efficiency. During the quarter, the Board also approved India’s first 10 Mtpa Zinc Tailings Reprocessing Plant at Rampura Agucha — a significant milestone in advancing resource circularity and sustainable growth.
Commenting on Hindustan Zinc’s performance, Arun Misra, Chief Executive Officer, said:
“I am delighted to share that we have delivered the best-ever second quarter mined metal production with a 5-year lowest zinc cost of production of $994 per tonne, reflecting the continuous operational excellence, technology intervention and dedication of our people. Our inclusion into the International Council on Mining and Metals (ICMM) as the first-ever from India reiterates our deep commitment to responsible and sustainable mining. As we embark on our next phase of 2x growth expansion, recovering value from every resource, reusing materials through circular processes and growing portfolio of energy transition metals, we are driving India’s journey towards clean energy independence.”
Sandeep Modi, Chief Financial Officer, said:
“The quarter’s strong financial performance reflects the benefits of our cost efficiency and portfolio diversification. With silver contributing c.40% to profits, we are well positioned to leverage commodity tailwinds while strengthening our sustainable value creation through disciplined cost management, growth projects, value-added offerings, and critical mineral development. We are also proud to be included in the Nifty 100 and Nifty Next 50 indices – a recognition that reaffirms our strong fundamentals, consistent performance, and growing presence among India’s leading companies.”
ESG highlights:
Fatality free operations during the year
First Indian Company to join International Council on Mining and Metals (ICMM). This marks the council’s first new member since 2021. By joining ICMM, Hindustan Zinc aligns with 40 rigorous performance expectations spanning Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) practices, further strengthening its spot amongst the global leaders in “responsible and sustainable” mining. The Company continues to set new benchmarks in responsible mining, reinforcing India’s pivotal role in delivering a sustainable and ethical resource future.
Signed two additional MoUs with Greenline Mobility Solutions Ltd for deployment of 100 EV trucks for concentrate movement and LNG trucks for finished good logistics, taking the overall fleet to 400.
Inaugurated India’s first Diesel-Electric Load Haul Dump (LDH) machine at Rajpura Dariba Mine.
Zinc India Foundation was honoured with the ISC-FICCI Sanitation Award for Excellence in Wastewater Treatment & Reuse for its state-of-the-art sewage treatment plant in Udaipur.
Hindustan Zinc’s R&D project “HZL’s Greener Steps Towards Sustainable Operations” was honoured as an “Excellent Environment Project” at the CII National Award for Environmental Best Practices 2025.
Honoured with Gold at the prestigious Brandon Hall Group Human Capital Management Excellence Awards in the category of Best in Leading Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging (DEIB) Initiatives.
