The government announced that domestic coal production has exceeded consumption levels, leading to a surplus in coal stocks at mines and thermal power plants. The Coal Ministry revealed that the country’s total coal stock has reached approximately 210 million tonnes, equivalent to meeting about 88 days of consumption at the current rate. Specifically, Coal India Limited’s mines saw a rise in stock from 106.78 MT on April 1, 2025, to 121.39 MT as of March 9, 2026.
The government also highlighted that there are around 6 MT of coal available at Singareni Collieries Company Limited (SCCL) mines, along with 15.12 MT at captive and commercial mines. Additionally, there are nearly 14 MT of coal in transit, bringing the total stock at mines and in the supply chain to a record 156.58 MT. Furthermore, thermal power plants currently hold 54.05 MT of coal, sufficient for almost 24 days of consumption.
Notably, coal supply to the non-regulated sector has seen a significant increase of nearly 14% compared to the previous year. The country’s coal production remains steady, resulting in higher stock levels at mines while ensuring adequate supply to consumers with support from the railways. The Ministry of Coal emphasized its commitment to maintaining a stable environment through policy support, close monitoring, and engagement with stakeholders.
The government’s efforts are directed towards ensuring reliable coal availability, supporting uninterrupted operations in key sectors, and meeting the nation’s growing energy demand. These initiatives align with the long-term national objective of developing a Viksit Bharat 2047.
