Question
Download Solution PDFWhich one of the following sequence of Iron and Steel Plants from east to west is correct?
Answer (Detailed Solution Below)
Detailed Solution
Download Solution PDFThe correct answer is Durgapur, Jamshedpur, Rourkela, Bhilai.
Key Points
- Durgapur Steel Plant is located in West Bengal and lies the farthest east among the four mentioned plants.
- Jamshedpur Steel Plant, established by Tata Steel, is situated in Jharkhand and lies to the west of Durgapur.
- Rourkela Steel Plant, located in Odisha, lies further west of Jamshedpur.
- Bhilai Steel Plant, situated in Chhattisgarh, lies the farthest west among the four mentioned plants.
- The order of these plants from east to west is Durgapur → Jamshedpur → Rourkela → Bhilai, as per their geographical locations.
Additional Information
- Durgapur Steel Plant:
- Operated by Steel Authority of India Limited (SAIL).
- Located in West Bengal, it is known for producing high-quality steel used in railways and construction.
- Jamshedpur Steel Plant:
- India's oldest steel plant, established in 1907 by Tata Steel.
- It is a hub for advanced steel production and innovation.
- Rourkela Steel Plant:
- Established in collaboration with Germany in 1959.
- Specializes in producing flat steel products for domestic and international markets.
- Bhilai Steel Plant:
- Another SAIL-operated plant, located in Chhattisgarh.
- Renowned for manufacturing rails and heavy steel plates.
- Steel Industry in India:
- India is the second-largest producer of crude steel globally.
- The steel industry plays a pivotal role in India's economic growth and infrastructure development.
Last updated on Jun 23, 2025
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