TFP Bureau, New Delhi, January 2, 2026: Coal production and dispatches from captive and commercial mines continued to register steady growth in December 2025, underscoring the sector’s improving operational efficiency and capacity utilisation during the ongoing financial year 2025–26.
According to official data released by the Ministry of Coal, coal output from captive and commercial mines stood at 19.48 million tonnes (MT) in December, while dispatches during the month were recorded at 18.02 MT. This marks a year-on-year increase of 5.75 per cent in production compared to the corresponding month of the previous year, indicating sustained momentum in mining operations.
The sector also posted encouraging performance during the third quarter (Q3) of FY 2025–26. Cumulative coal production from captive and commercial mines during the quarter reached 54.14 MT, with dispatches amounting to 50.61 MT. On a year-on-year basis, Q3 production recorded a growth of 5.35 per cent, reflecting consistent gains across operational mines.
For the financial year 2025–26 so far, up to December, the sector has demonstrated robust overall performance. Coal production registered a year-on-year growth of 9.72 per cent, while dispatches increased by 6.98 per cent compared to the same period of the previous financial year. Officials said the data points to enhanced mine productivity, smoother logistics and more effective utilisation of available mining capacity.
The Ministry of Coal attributed the improved performance to a series of strategic policy interventions, rigorous monitoring mechanisms and sustained support to mine operators. These measures have helped expedite statutory approvals, streamline operational processes and facilitate timely expansion of production capacities, contributing directly to higher output and improved dispatch efficiency.
A comparative analysis of production and dispatch trends, illustrated through official graphical data, shows consistent improvement over previous months, reinforcing the sector’s positive trajectory.
The Ministry said it remains committed to creating a stable, transparent and performance-driven ecosystem for captive and commercial coal mining. Through continued policy facilitation, close performance monitoring and coordinated engagement with stakeholders, the government aims to ensure reliable coal availability, support uninterrupted operations in key sectors such as power and industry, and meet the country’s growing energy requirements.
Officials added that the sustained growth in coal production and dispatches will play a crucial role in strengthening energy security and supporting the long-term national vision of achieving a developed India, or ‘Viksit Bharat 2047’.
