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India Hits 1 Billion Tonne Coal Production for Second Straight Year

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News18•21-03-2026, 15:30

India Hits 1 Billion Tonne Coal Production for Second Straight Year

•India achieved 1 billion tonne (BT) coal production for the second consecutive year on March 20, 2026.
•This milestone was reached amid global energy market uncertainties, including the West Asia crisis.
•Sustained coal output has helped meet rising energy demand and maintain record coal inventories at thermal plants.
•The performance highlights strong planning, efficient execution, and coordination across the coal value chain.
•The coal ministry is focused on a stable, transparent, and performance-oriented ecosystem, aligning with 'Viksit Bharat 2047'.

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