TFP Bureau, New Delhi, May 3, 2025 : Coal production and dispatch from India’s captive and commercial mines have started the financial year 2025–26 on a strong note, with the Ministry of Coal reporting robust growth in April. According to official data, coal production touched 14.01 million tonnes (MT) while dispatch stood even higher at 16.81 MT during the month.
This performance reflects a significant year-on-year increase compared to April figures from FY 2023–24 and FY 2022–23, confirming the sector’s consistent upward trajectory. A comparative graph released by the Ministry highlights this three-year trend of improvement in both coal production and dispatch.
Officials attributed the growth to proactive policy interventions, close coordination with stakeholders, and streamlined procedures that have accelerated operational clearances and boosted mining capacity.
Two major new coal blocks that began operations in mid-April have significantly contributed to the spike:
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Kotre Basantpur Pachmo Block (Central Coalfields Limited) began operations on April 15 with a peak rated capacity of 5 MT per annum (opencast).
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Naini Coal Block (Singareni Collieries Company Limited) commenced operations on April 16 with a capacity of 10 MT per annum (opencast).
The Ministry of Coal reaffirmed its commitment to scaling up the performance of captive and commercial mining operations. The focus remains on ensuring uninterrupted coal production to meet India’s rising energy needs while minimizing supply disruptions.
This strong start, officials noted, positions the coal sector to play a pivotal role in powering the nation’s infrastructure and industrial growth through FY 2025–26.
