
India achieves historic milestone by surpassing 1 billion tonnes in coal production
G Kishan Reddy said on Friday.
The Union Coal and Mines Minister added in a post on X that leveraging advanced technologies and efficient mining practices, India has not only boosted production but also prioritized sustainable and responsible mining.
He said this remarkable achievement is set to fuel economic growth, support the nation's power needs, and pave the way for a brighter, energy-secure future for all Indians.
In the post, the Union Minister added, «India has crossed a monumental 1 BILLION TONNES of coal production! With cutting-edge technologies and efficient methods, we've not only increased production but also ensured sustainable and responsible mining. This achievement will fuel our increasing power demands, drive economic growth, and ensure a brighter future for every Indian.»
According to official data released by the Ministry of Coal last month, with the fifth-largest geological coal reserves globally and as the second-largest consumer, coal continues to be an indispensable energy source, contributing to 55 per cent of the national energy mix.
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The coal sector remains a cornerstone of India's energy security, playing a vital role in the country's industrial and economic growth.
Approximately 74 per cent of power generation in India relies on Thermal Power Plants (TPPs), reaffirming the need for a robust and sustainable coal sector, said the Minister.
Among the eight core industries, coal has exhibited the highest growth rate, recording a 5.3 per cent increase in December 2024