India Crosses 200 Million Tonnes Coal Production in FY 2025 26
New Delhi: India’s coal sector has reached a historic milestone, crossing 200 million tonnes (MT) of coal production from Captive, Commercial, and Other mines on 11 March 2026 during FY 2025–26. This achievement highlights the persistent efforts of Central and State Public Sector Undertakings (CPSUs/SPSUs) as well as private sector operators, whose dedication and resilience have been crucial in boosting national coal output.
Out of the total, Captive and Commercial Mines contributed 194.17 MT, while Other Mines added 6.06 MT, pushing overall production past the 200 MT mark. Impressively, coal output for FY 2025–26 surpassed FY 2024–25’s total of 197.32 MT on 7 March 2026, achieving the milestone 24 days earlier than last year, reflecting strong year-on-year growth of 10.56%.
Coal dispatch has also shown a steady rise, recording 197.09 MT, up from 182.98 MT last year, marking a 7.71% year-on-year growth. This steady increase demonstrates the sector’s enhanced ability to meet India’s energy demands while ensuring consistent coal supply to critical industries.
The Ministry of Coal continues to focus on strengthening captive and commercial coal mining as a pillar of India’s energy ecosystem. Supported by progressive policies, technological advancements, and a committed workforce, the sector remains central to India’s energy security, industrial growth, and the vision of Aatmanirbhar Bharat, contributing to the nation’s goal of becoming a Viksit Bharat by 2047.