New Delhi
Coal production from captive and commercial mines in India grew strongly in April-June 2025, reaching 15.57 million tonnes (MT) in June alone, the Ministry of Coal said on Wednesday. Coal dispatches during June were even higher at 17.31 MT, showing steady demand from key industries.
During the first quarter of FY26 (April-June 2025), coal production rose by 16.39% compared to the same period last year. Coal dispatches also increased by 13.03% year-on-year. This growth reflects better operational efficiency, improved mining capacity use, and a stronger coal supply system.
A graph released by the Ministry showed consistent improvements in both production and dispatches over the last three years. This steady growth highlights the strengthening of India’s coal infrastructure and its importance to the country’s energy and industrial needs.
In June 2025, the government granted mine opening permission for the Utkal A Mine, which has a peak rated capacity of 25 MT. This will help meet rising coal demand across sectors such as power, steel, and cement.
Additionally, vesting orders were issued for three more coal blocks in June, pushing the total number of blocks allocated by the Ministry to over 200. This ensures a stable and continuous coal supply, reducing dependence on imports.
These achievements support India’s aim to be self-reliant and boost industrial growth. The Ministry said the strong coal production and dispatch numbers reaffirm its commitment to a reliable and growing domestic coal sector, which is essential for the country’s economic development and energy security.