In a remarkable show of resilience and growth, the Ministry of Coal has announced a significant surge in coal production and dispatch for the month of October 2023, underscoring Indiaโs steadfast commitment to securing its energy needs and reinforcing its role as a major player in the global energy landscape.
The Ministry of Coal proudly reports that the overall coal production for October 2023 reached an astonishing 78.65 Million Tonnes (MT), a remarkable increase of 18.59% compared to the same month in the previous year when it stood at 66.32 MT. This achievement signifies a substantial leap in coal output, showcasing Indiaโs dedication to energy self-sufficiency.
One of the driving forces behind this impressive growth is the outstanding performance of Coal India Limited (CIL), which produced 61.07 MT of coal in October 2023, marking a 15.36% increase from the 52.94 MT produced in October 2022. This remarkable upswing in coal production not only meets the nationโs immediate energy demands but also paves the way for future development and economic growth.
The cumulative coal production for the fiscal year 2023-24 has seen a substantial increase, reaching 507.02 MT, compared to the 448.49 MT recorded during the same period in the previous fiscal year (2022-23). This impressive growth, amounting to 13.05%, further solidifies Indiaโs position as a key player in the global coal market.
Additionally, the Ministry of Coal has witnessed a remarkable boost in coal dispatch during October 2023. A total of 79.30 MT of coal was dispatched, showcasing an 18.14% increase from the 67.13 MT dispatched in October 2022. This exceptional rise in coal dispatch reflects Indiaโs commitment to not only produce coal but also efficiently distribute it to meet the nationโs growing energy demands.
Coal India Limited (CIL) played a significant role in this success story, dispatching 61.65 MT of coal in October 2023, compared to 53.69 MT in the same month last year. This achievement represents a growth rate of 14.83%, highlighting CILโs commitment to ensuring a steady and reliable supply of coal to support the nationโs development and energy requirements.
The notable surge in both coal production and dispatch underscores Indiaโs advancing energy self-sufficiency and its unwavering determination to meet forthcoming energy demands. The Ministry of Coal remains resolute in its commitment to ensuring continuous coal production and distribution, thereby securing a dependable energy supply that bolsters the nationโs ongoing development.