NMDC Steel achieved a significant milestone by securing the BIS IS 18384:2023 certification for its hot rolled steel products. This makes the company the first in India to be licensed to produce steel for critical pipeline transportation systems in the oil and gas sector. The certification was formally presented by Chhattisgarh Chief Minister Vishnu Deo Sai during the World Standards Day 2025 event in Raipur. This endorsement highlights the company's focus on superior quality and technological advancement.