Neyveli
2 events, 1956 to 1962.
1956
Neyveli Lignite Corporation established
A central public sector company was set up to mine lignite and generate power at Neyveli in South Arcot district.
1962
Neyveli lignite thermal power station commissioned
The first units of the Neyveli Thermal Power Station, burning lignite from the Neyveli mines, were commissioned.
