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Coal Ministry reviews progress of 71 Commercial Coal Mines

Published: Sep 13, 2024

By TIOLCorplaws News Service

NEW DELHI, SEP 13, 2024: COAL Ministry yesterday conducted a meeting to review the status of mines which have been auctioned in different tranches and are in varying stages of process completion. The meeting was chaired by Additional Secretary and Nominated Authority, Ministry of Coal, Rupinder Brar. The comprehensive review focused on highlighting the government's commitment to enhancing domestic coal production. The Additional Secretary impressed upon the allottees to take necessary steps to operationalize the coal blocks that are in advanced stages of operationalization.

The 71 coal blocks are in various stages of obtaining regulatory clearances. These blocks are distributed across nine states: Arunachal Pradesh, Assam, Chhattisgarh, Jharkhand, Madhya Pradesh, Maharashtra, Odisha, and West Bengal.

This strategic review underscores the Ministry's proactive approach to addressing hurdles in coal blocks operationalization in order to meet India's growing energy needs. By focusing on these mines, the government aims to maximize domestic resources and reduce dependence on coal imports.

The Ministry of Coal remains committed to strengthening India's energy security through increased domestic coal production, supporting the nation's path towards sustainable economic development.

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