In a significant achievement, the Ministry of Coal reported a substantial surge in overall coal production during December 2023, reaching an impressive 92.87 million tonnes (MT). This surpasses the figures of 83.86 MT from the previous year, reflecting a substantial increase of 10.75%. Coal India Limited (CIL), a major player in the coal industry, contributed to this growth by achieving a production of 71.86 MT in December 2023, showcasing an 8.27% increase compared to December 2022 when the production stood at 66.37 MT.
The cumulative coal production for the fiscal year 2023-24, up to December, witnessed a quantum jump to 684.31 MT. This signifies a robust growth of 12.47% compared to the same period in FY’ 22-23, where the cumulative production was 608.34 MT.
Moving to coal dispatch figures, December 2023 recorded dispatch levels of 86.23 MT, demonstrating notable progress compared to the 79.58 MT recorded in December 2022. This represents a growth rate of 8.36%. CIL’s dispatch in December 2023 stood at 66.10 MT, indicating a growth of 5.49% compared to December 2022 when the dispatch was 62.66 MT.
The cumulative coal dispatch for the fiscal year 2023-24, up to December, experienced a significant jump to 709.80 MT. This reflects a growth of 11.36% from the corresponding period in FY’ 22-23, where the cumulative dispatch was 637.40 MT.
Coal sector, propelled by the efforts of Coal Public Sector Undertakings (PSUs), has witnessed an unprecedented upswing, with production, dispatch, and stock levels soaring to remarkable heights. This growth underscores the dedication of the coal supply chain, ensuring the seamless distribution of coal nationwide.
