India Plans Triple Steel Capacity by 2047

October 12, 2026 2:26 PM

India Plans Triple Steel Capacity by 2047

India envisages a near threefold expansion in crude steelmaking capacity to 604 million tonnes by 2047 and raise finished steel demand to 505 million tonnes, while reducing dependence on imported coking coal, according to the draft National Steel Policy – Vision 2047. The policy framework projects per capita steel consumption rising to 302 kg from the current 116 kg, while India’s crude steel production has already increased from 89 million tonnes in 2014-15 to 170 million tonnes in 2025-26,...

UP Assembly’s first-ever 24-hour debate on ‘Vision 2047’ underway to chart development roadmap

August 14, 2025 10:40 AM

UP Assembly’s first-ever 24-hour debate on ‘Vision 2047’ underway to chart development roadmap

A 24-hour discussion on the 'Vision Document 2047' is underway in the Uttar Pradesh Legislative Assembly, with senior ministers outlining plans for economic growth, social justice, environmental protection, and infrastructure development. The historic marathon debate began on Wednesday, with the state government reaffirming its goal of making Uttar Pradesh the most developed state in the country by 2047, targeting zero poverty, world-class infrastructure, and advanced technology. Chief Ministe...