India has achieved a record coal
production target of 210.46 MT in the financial year 2025-26
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India has achieved a
record coal production target of 210.46 MT in the financial year 2025-26.
¨ A total coal production
of 210.46 million tonnes has been recorded from captive and commercial mines in
FY 2025–26, marking a year-on-year growth of 10.22%.
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Dispatches have also
increased significantly, reaching 204.61 million tonnes, which reflects a
growth of 7.35% compared to the previous financial year.
¨ The improvement in
production and dispatch figures has been attributed to enhanced operational
efficiency, better logistics, and increased capacity in the coal sector.
¨ The sector’s capability
to meet rising energy demand has been strengthened through sustained production
growth and improved coordination mechanisms.
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A total of twelve captive
and commercial coal blocks have been operationalised during the financial year
through Mine Opening Permissions.
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An additional annual
production capacity of more than 86 million tonnes has been added, expanding
the country’s coal mining base significantly.
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Seven coal blocks have
commenced production within the same financial year, demonstrating faster
execution of projects and improved regulatory support.
¨ The achievement has been
aligned with the vision of Aatmanirbhar Bharat, focusing on enhancing domestic
coal production and reducing dependence on imports.
Policy interventions and streamlined approval processes have been implemented to accelerate mining activities and improve sector performance
