Coal Production from Captive and Commercial Mines Rises to 167.36 MT
COAL & MINING

Coal Production from Captive and Commercial Mines Rises to 167.36 MT

The Ministry of Coal announced that total coal production from captive and commercial mines for the financial year 2024-25 reached 167.36 million tonnes (MT) by February 2025, reflecting a 32.53% year-on-year increase from 126.28 MT produced by the same period in the previous year. 

Coal dispatch also saw robust growth, rising to 170.66 MT compared to 128.45 MT last year — a 32.86% increase — ensuring consistent coal supply to key sectors like power, steel, and cement. 

Notably, the Bhaskarpara Coal Mine, operated by M/s Prakash Industries Limited, began production on February 15, 2025, with a Peak Rated Capacity (PRC) of 15 MT. 

The Ministry of Coal remains focused on fostering a sustainable and efficient coal sector, aligning with the Viksit Bharat 2047 vision of establishing a developed India by 2047. Through enhanced energy security and economic progress, the coal industry is set to play a vital role in achieving these national goals. 

(PIB )    

The Ministry of Coal announced that total coal production from captive and commercial mines for the financial year 2024-25 reached 167.36 million tonnes (MT) by February 2025, reflecting a 32.53% year-on-year increase from 126.28 MT produced by the same period in the previous year. Coal dispatch also saw robust growth, rising to 170.66 MT compared to 128.45 MT last year — a 32.86% increase — ensuring consistent coal supply to key sectors like power, steel, and cement. Notably, the Bhaskarpara Coal Mine, operated by M/s Prakash Industries Limited, began production on February 15, 2025, with a Peak Rated Capacity (PRC) of 15 MT. The Ministry of Coal remains focused on fostering a sustainable and efficient coal sector, aligning with the Viksit Bharat 2047 vision of establishing a developed India by 2047. Through enhanced energy security and economic progress, the coal industry is set to play a vital role in achieving these national goals. (PIB )    

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