June 1, 2024 7:24 PM

Coal stocks at thermal power plants remain high despite high power demand

Despite a significant increase in power demand, coal stocks at thermal power plants remain robust, exceeding 45 million tonnes (MT). This represents a 30% increase compared to last year. The current stocks are sufficient to meet 19 days of power generation needs. In May 2024, the average daily coal depletion at these plants was only 10,000 tonnes per day. This stability has been achieved through effective logistics and supply chain management. A Sub-Group with representatives from the Ministry ...