SMIORE is recognized for running one of the country's most professionally managed and scientifically evolved mining operations. Since its inception in 1954, the Company has owned and operated the largest manganese ore mines in the private sector, along with sizeable iron ore reserves located in Sandur, Ballari district of Karnataka. Our mining operations have won multiple accolades and awards for setting unprecedented standards in safety, sustainability and innovation for nearly seven decades. Among other mentionable recognition, the Government of India has successively awarded SMIORE with the highest standards of safety awards for many years. These awards acknowledge the Company's focus on safety norms and the working conditions of the mineworkers and its endeavour to make its operations accident-free with zero incidents.

Recognized as a leading mining company in Karnataka, SMIORE is committed to preserving the environment and the welfare of people and communities associated with mining operations or living around the mining buffer zones, as manifested in its continual contribution towards afforestation, health and education.