August 2, 2026 5:26 PM

Commercial coal mining fuels India’s push towards Aatmanirbhar Bharat

Commercial coal mining has emerged as a key driver of India's efforts to strengthen energy security and achieve the vision of Aatmanirbhar Bharat, with domestic coal production crossing one billion tonnes for two consecutive years and private sector participation expanding significantly since the launch of commercial coal auctions in 2020. Coal continues to play a central role in India's energy landscape, meeting nearly 55 per cent of the country's primary energy requirements and contributing m...

October 28, 2025 2:27 PM

Ministry of Coal to launch 14th Round of Commercial Coal Mine Auctions and Digital Portals

The Ministry of Coal is set to launch the 14th round of commercial coal mine auctions on October 29 in New Delhi, marking another step towards enhancing transparency and self-reliance in India’s coal sector. Union Minister for Coal and Mines G. Kishan Reddy will preside over the event as the chief guest. The commercial coal mine auction initiative, introduced in 2020 under the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, has attracted wide industry participation over the years. It has played a...