New Delhi: The country’s coal production during the current financial year (April 2023 to December 25) has increased to 664.37 million tonnes (MT), which is 12.29 percent more than the previous figure of 591.64 MT in the same period. According to data released by the Coal Ministry on Thursday, the year.
In terms of coal dispatch, the cumulative achievement during the period was 692.84 MT, showing an increase of 11.32 per cent as compared to 622.40 MT during the same period last year.
Furthermore, total coal dispatch to the power sector from April 2023 to December 25, 2023 increased by 8.39 per cent to reach 577.11 MT.
The total coal stock position including mines, thermal power plants, transit etc. as on December 25 reached 91.05 MT, showing a commendable growth of 21.57 per cent.
Additionally, the pithead coal stock at Coal India Limited as on December 25 is 47.29 MT, showing a significant increase of 53.02 per cent compared to the coal stock of 30.88 MT as on 25.12.22, the ministry said.
“Efficient coal supply to thermal power plants has resulted in strengthened coal stock levels at various pitheads, highlighting the effectiveness of the coal supply chain in ensuring uninterrupted distribution across the country,” the ministry said.
Additionally, uninterrupted availability of coal rakes, crucial for coal transportation, ensures a smooth clearance process, effectively addressing transportation bottlenecks and guaranteeing uninterrupted coal supply, the ministry said.
