The Ministry of Coal has released data on the impressive growth in coal production during the fiscal year 2024-25 (up to 12 September 2024), achieving a provisional output of 411.62 million tonnes (MT). This represents a significant increase from the 388.86 MT produced during the same period last year, showing a growth rate of 5.85 percent, despite challenging weather conditions impacting mining operations. Coal India Limited (CIL), a major entity in the sector, also showed resilience, increasing its production to 311 MT in the same period, a 2.80 percent rise from the 302.53 MT recorded the previous year, despite interruptions caused by heavy rains affecting its subsidiaries.
Coal dispatches have also seen notable growth, reaching 442.24 MT in the fiscal year 2024-25 (up to 12 September 2024), compared to 421.29 MT in the same period of the previous year, reflecting a 4.97 percent increase. Additionally, coal dispatches to power plants grew by 4.03 percent, reaching 362.65 MT, highlighting the sector’s commitment to meeting the growing energy demands of the nation.
The current coal stock levels further emphasize the sector’s efficiency and readiness. As of 12 September 2024, coal stock held by coal companies increased to 76.49 MT, marking an annual growth of 49.07 percent. Similarly, coal stocks at domestic coal-based thermal power plants reached 36.58 MT, showing a remarkable growth of 43.68 percent. These numbers indicate the sector’s strong performance and its enhanced ability to maintain a stable power supply and meet the country’s energy needs effectively.
The growth rates clearly demonstrate the coal sector’s resilience and commitment to bolstering the nation’s energy security. Through strategic planning and adaptive initiatives, the Coal Ministry continues to strengthen the coal industry’s vital role in India’s energy framework, ensuring it remains fundamental to the nation’s development and progress.
