India Sees Remarkable Growth in Coal Production in June 2024 Compared to Last Year

Coal India Limited (CIL) contributed significantly to this achievement, producing 63.10 MT (Provisional) during June 2024, reflecting a growth of 8.87% from 57.96 MT in the previous year. Furthermore, coal production by captive and other producers totaled 16.03 MT (Provisional), registering a remarkable growth of 55.49% from 10.31 MT in the previous year.

In terms of dispatches, India’s coal dispatches for June 2024 reached 85.76 MT (Provisional), marking a notable increase of 10.15% from 77.86 MT during the same period last year. CIL dispatched 64.10 MT (Provisional) of coal, up by 5.41% from 60.81 MT in the previous year. Additionally, coal dispatches by captive and other producers in June 2024 amounted to 16.26 MT (Provisional), showing a robust growth of 43.84% from 11.30 MT in the previous year.

As of 30th June 2024, the coal stock held by coal companies surged to 95.02 MT (Provisional), marking a substantial annual growth rate of 41.68%. Similarly, coal stock at Thermal Power Plants (TPP) rose to 46.70 MT (Provisional) on the same date, demonstrating a significant growth rate of 30.15%.

Aligned with the vision of “Atma Nirbhar Bharat” (Self-Reliant India), the Ministry of Coal continues to implement strategic initiatives aimed at promoting sustainable development and enhancing self-reliance in the energy sector.