Coal output rises 7.5% in October
COAL & MINING

Coal output rises 7.5% in October

India’s domestic coal production rose to 84.47 million tonne (mn t) in October 2024, marking a 7.5% increase compared to 78.57 MT during the same period last year, according to provisional data. The ministry of coal credited the growth to policy interventions and operational initiatives. In a written reply to the Rajya Sabha, Union minister of coal and mines G. Kishan Reddy said the ministry of coal has identified 38 critical railway projects to address challenges related to coal evacuation. Of these, five projects have been commissioned, while three are under construction. “Coal evacuation challenges include disruptions in traffic flows, congestion on key routes, and terminal bottlenecks. The Ministry is addressing these issues with railway projects and increased liaison with stakeholders,” Reddy said.

The government has introduced several reforms, including the Mines and Minerals (Development and Regulation) Amendment Act, 2021, which permits captive mine owners to sell up to 50% of their annual coal production in the open market. A Single Window Clearance portal and Project Monitoring Unit have been set up to accelerate the operationalization of coal mines. Under the commercial coal mining auction scheme launched in 2020, the government has offered incentives such as revenue-sharing models, rebates for early production, and coal gasification. Coal India Limited (CIL) has adopted mass production technologies and advanced equipment for its underground and opencast mines. Singareni Collieries Company Limited (SCCL) has been developing coal evacuation infrastructure, including Coal Handling Plants and crushers. India’s coal production target for the current fiscal year is 1,080 MT. The Ministry of Railways has increased its budgetary allocation for capacity expansion and asset modernization to Rs 2.65 trillion for FY 2024-25, up from Rs 1.6 trillion in FY 2022-23. Regular induction of wagons has been undertaken to meet growing demand for coal transportation.

India’s domestic coal production rose to 84.47 million tonne (mn t) in October 2024, marking a 7.5% increase compared to 78.57 MT during the same period last year, according to provisional data. The ministry of coal credited the growth to policy interventions and operational initiatives. In a written reply to the Rajya Sabha, Union minister of coal and mines G. Kishan Reddy said the ministry of coal has identified 38 critical railway projects to address challenges related to coal evacuation. Of these, five projects have been commissioned, while three are under construction. “Coal evacuation challenges include disruptions in traffic flows, congestion on key routes, and terminal bottlenecks. The Ministry is addressing these issues with railway projects and increased liaison with stakeholders,” Reddy said. The government has introduced several reforms, including the Mines and Minerals (Development and Regulation) Amendment Act, 2021, which permits captive mine owners to sell up to 50% of their annual coal production in the open market. A Single Window Clearance portal and Project Monitoring Unit have been set up to accelerate the operationalization of coal mines. Under the commercial coal mining auction scheme launched in 2020, the government has offered incentives such as revenue-sharing models, rebates for early production, and coal gasification. Coal India Limited (CIL) has adopted mass production technologies and advanced equipment for its underground and opencast mines. Singareni Collieries Company Limited (SCCL) has been developing coal evacuation infrastructure, including Coal Handling Plants and crushers. India’s coal production target for the current fiscal year is 1,080 MT. The Ministry of Railways has increased its budgetary allocation for capacity expansion and asset modernization to Rs 2.65 trillion for FY 2024-25, up from Rs 1.6 trillion in FY 2022-23. Regular induction of wagons has been undertaken to meet growing demand for coal transportation.

Next Story
Real Estate

Vikas Jain named President of NAREDCO Maharashtra NextGen

Vikas Jain, CEO of Labdhi Lifestyle, has been appointed President of NAREDCO Maharashtra NextGen, succeeding Ridham Gada, who now serves as Vice-Chairman. Jain, a first-generation developer and turnaround specialist, aims to steer the youth wing of NAREDCO Maharashtra through a finance-driven and tech-enabled growth phase. Under his leadership, the association will prioritise project financing, RERA compliance, technology adoption, and future-ready leadership. “It is an honour to lead NAREDCO Maharashtra NextGen. This platform empowers the next generation of real estate leaders,” Jain sai..

Next Story
Infrastructure Energy

TP Solar Crosses 4 GW Solar Output at Tamil Nadu Plant

TP Solar Limited, a wholly owned subsidiary of Tata Power Renewable Energy Limited (TPREL) and the manufacturing division of Tata Power, has announced a major production milestone—crossing 4 GW of solar module output at its advanced facility in Tamil Nadu.As of 31 May 2025, the plant has cumulatively manufactured 4.049 GW of solar modules and 1.441 GW of solar cells. This milestone underscores the company’s growing role in supporting India’s clean energy transition and self-reliance in renewable energy manufacturing.Looking ahead, TP Solar is targeting 3.7 GW of solar cell output and 3.7..

Next Story
Infrastructure Urban

Aayush Art and Bullion Reports 1000 per cent Rise in FY25 Revenue

Aayush Art and Bullion Ltd (BSE: 540718), formerly AKM Creations Ltd, has announced its audited standalone financial results for H2 and the full financial year ending 31 March 2025, showcasing a sharp surge in both revenue and profitability. The company attributes this stellar performance to robust demand across its key verticals and strategic execution initiatives.For FY25, the company reported revenue of Rs 737.7 million, marking a 1,000 per cent year-on-year increase compared to Rs 73.3 million in FY24. Net profit for FY25 stood at Rs 18.1 million, a jump of 696 per cent over the Rs 2.6 mil..

Advertisement

Advertisement

Subscribe to Our Newsletter

Get daily newsletters around different themes from Construction world.

STAY CONNECTED

Advertisement

Advertisement

Advertisement

Advertisement

Talk to us?