Coal Reserves At Thermal Power Plants Surge 32% To 45 Million Tonnes

Thermal power plants had coal stocks of over 45 million tonne on June 16, higher by 32% as compared to the same day last year, an official statement said on Wednesday. Ministry of Coal said it is working round-the-clock to ensure a consistent supply of coal to TPPs.

As a result of enhanced production, efficient management of logistics and smooth inter-agency coordination, the highest ever coal stock has been reported at TPPs, the ministry statement said.

"Highest ever coal stock available at thermal power plants. Despite extremely high demand for power, the coal stocks at thermal power plants remain robust, exceeding 45 MT as on June 16, 2024, which is 31.71% higher compared to the same period last year when it was 34.25 MT," it said.

As on June 16, the cumulative coal production stood at 207.48 MT, reflecting a growth of 9.27% compared to the corresponding period last year.

Coal production from captive and commercial mines reached 33 MT, with a growth of 27%. The cumulative coal dispatch stood at 220.31 MT as on June 16, 2024, recording 7.65% growth year-on-year.

Coal India Ltd recorded 7.28% growth in coal production at 160.25 MT in the period under review. It clocked 4% growth in dispatches to 166.58 MT. Coal dispatch from captive and commercial mines rose 30% to 39.45 MT. Dispatch to the power sector was 180.35 MT, higher by 5.71%.

The overall coal stock in the country (mines, transit, power plants) is over 144.68 MT, ensuring a sufficient coal supply to the power sector.