Coal Production
In August 2025, coal production from Captive and Commercial mines reached 14.43 million tonnes, with dispatches at 15.07 million tonnes. This marks an 11.88% increase in production and a 9.12% increase in dispatches compared to the previous year, reflecting improved operational efficiency. The Ministry of Coal
Coal Auctions
The Ministry of Coal has successfully launched the 13th Round of Commercial Coal Mine Auctions in New Delhi, aiming to enhance India's energy security and domestic coal production. The event was attended by key officials, including Union Minister G. Kishan Reddy, who highlighted India's achievement of
Coking Coal
The Ministry of Coal launched 'Mission Coking Coal' in August 2021 to boost domestic coking coal production and reduce imports, especially for the steel sector. Production increased from 44.79 MT in FY21 to 66.47 MT in FY25. Initiatives include offering discontinued mines for private revenue sharing,
Underground Mining
Underground coal mining presents numerous advantages, including minimal surface disturbance, reduced environmental impact, and enhanced safety during adverse weather conditions. The government has introduced incentives to promote underground mining, such as lowering revenue share percentages and waiving upfront costs. The share of underground coal production has seen a gradual decline
Coal Production
The Ministry of Coal announced that coal production in India has surpassed 1 billion tonnes in FY 2024-25, with a target of reaching 1.5 billion tonnes by 2029-30. The government is implementing various initiatives to boost domestic coal production and reduce imports, including legislative amendments, increased production targets, and
BCCL
Bharat Coking Coal Limited (BCCL) has successfully restarted coal production from its PB Project under the Mine Developer and Operator (MDO) model, marking a significant step towards India's self-reliance in coking coal production. The project, awarded to Eagle Infra India Limited, is expected to contribute 52 million tonnes
Coal Production
In June 2025, coal production from captive and commercial mines reached 15.57 million tonnes, with dispatches at 17.31 million tonnes. The first quarter of FY 2025-26 showed significant year-on-year growth, with production up by 16.39% and dispatches by 13.03%. Key developments included the granting of mine
Coal Production
Union Minister of State for Coal and Mines, Shri Satish Chandra Dubey, visited South Eastern Coalfields Limited (SECL) on a two-day official tour, inaugurating key projects aimed at enhancing coal production and promoting sustainability. He emphasized the importance of modern technologies in coal extraction and recognized the contributions of women
Coal Production
India's coal production in May 2025 reached 86.24 MT, up from 83.96 MT in May 2024, reflecting the Ministry of Coal's efforts for operational stability. Captive/commercial mines contributed 16.93 MT, a rise from 13.83 MT last year. Coal stock increased by
Coal Production
In May 2025, coal production from Captive and Commercial Mines reached 16.432 million tonnes, marking a 24.57% increase from May 2024. Coal dispatch also rose to 17.499 million tonnes, a 13.763% increase year-on-year. The month saw the acquisition of three key clearances and the signing of
Coal Production
The article by Union Minister G Kishan Reddy highlights the significant transformation in India's coal sector since 2014, achieving over 1 billion metric tonnes in coal production. It discusses the reforms that led to this growth, the role of the private sector, and the emphasis on sustainability and