India’s Coal Production Soars to 78.65 Million Tonnes in October 2023
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TFP Bureau, New Delhi, Nov 4, 2023 – In a momentous achievement, the Ministry of Coal has reported a remarkable surge in coal production for October 2023, reaching a staggering 78.65 million tonnes (MT). This exceptional feat represents a remarkable 18.59% increase compared to October 2022 when production stood at 66.32 MT. The Coal India Limited (CIL) has played a pivotal role in this remarkable growth, contributing 61.07 MT in October 2023 compared to 52.94 MT in the same month of the previous year. This growth represents a remarkable 15.36% increase.
The cumulative coal production figures for the fiscal year 2023-24, up to October 2023, also witnessed a substantial rise, reaching a total of 507.02 MT. This demonstrates a significant increase from the corresponding period in the fiscal year 2022-23 when production was 448.49 MT, marking a substantial 13.05% growth.
Further underscoring this achievement is the considerable growth in coal dispatch. In October 2023, a remarkable 79.30 MT of coal were dispatched, highlighting a significant leap from the 67.13 MT recorded in the same month of the previous year. This surge reflects an impressive growth rate of 18.14%. Coal India Limited (CIL) has played a crucial role in achieving these figures, dispatching 61.65 MT in October 2023, compared to 53.69 MT in October 2022. This achievement represents a noteworthy growth of 14.83%.
In addition, the cumulative coal dispatch figures for the fiscal year 2023-24, up to October 2023, also display an impressive upward trend, reaching a cumulative total of 541.73 MT. This is a considerable increase from the corresponding period in the fiscal year 2022-23 when dispatch figures stood at 483.78 MT, reflecting a robust growth of 11.98%.
These striking increases in both coal production and dispatch signify a significant milestone for India’s energy self-sufficiency and solidify the nation’s commitment to meeting the surging energy requirements on the horizon. The Ministry of Coal stands steadfast in its dedication to ensuring continuous coal production and distribution, providing a reliable energy supply to support the nation’s ongoing development and growth.
