NewzVille Desk
India has achieved a milestone in coal production, surpassing one billion tonnes (BT) on 29 March, 2025. In the fiscal year 2024-25, this remarkable achievement came 11 days ahead of last fiscal year’s coal production of 997.83 million tonnes (MT). India’s this significant progress ensures its energy demands and driving industrial, agricultural, and overall economic growth.
The coal sector’s success is attributed to the tireless efforts of Coal Public Sector Undertakings (PSUs), private players, and the dedicated workforce of around 5 lakh mine workers across more than 350 coal mines.
These coal miners, who have defied numerous challenges with unmatched dedication, have played a pivotal role in achieving this historic milestone.
India relies on coal for approximately 55% of its energy mix, and around 74% of the country’s electricity is generated by coal-based power plants.
This underscores the critical importance of coal in powering India’s economy and sustaining energy security.
The record-breaking coal production reflects the Government’s strategic reforms and policies, such as amendments to the Mines and Minerals (Development and Regulation) Act and the opening of the coal sector to private players through the commercial auctioning of coal blocks.
These initiatives have led to a marked increase in the availability of domestic coal, progressively substituting imports and significantly contributing to foreign exchange savings.
