New Delhi: Coal production from captive and commercial mines rose to 210.46 million tonnes (MT) in FY 2025–26, marking a 10.22 percent increase over 190.95 MT in the previous fiscal, the Ministry of Coal said on Thursday. Despatches also increased to 204.61 MT, up 7.35 percent from 190.42 MT in FY 2024–25, reflecting what the ministry described as “improved operational efficiency, strengthened logistics, and the sector’s growing capacity to meet the nation’s rising energy demand.”
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The ministry said FY26 marked a “watershed moment” for the sector, with combined production and dispatch from captive and commercial blocks crossing the 200 MT mark for the first time.
Calling it a “historic 200+ MT milestone,” the ministry said the achievement reflects “sustained growth and operational excellence” in the segment.
During the year, 12 captive and commercial coal blocks were operationalised through grant of Mine Opening Permission (MOP), adding more than 86 MT of annual production capacity.
The ministry added that seven blocks commenced coal production within the same financial year, indicating “faster project execution and improved regulatory coordination.”
The ministry said the steady rise in production and dispatch over the past four years points to “more efficient logistics, streamlined evacuation, and a stronger, more resilient coal supply chain.”
It added that the performance reflects India’s push towards Aatmanirbhar Bharat, driven by “focused policy interventions, streamlined approvals, and a renewed thrust on enhancing domestic coal production,” aimed at reducing import dependence and strengthening resource security.
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According to the ministry, the FY26 performance reinforces the coal sector’s central role in the Viksit Bharat 2047 vision.
“With continued emphasis on efficiency, scalability, and responsible mining practices, the sector is well-positioned to drive industrial growth, support economic expansion, and ensure a resilient and future-ready energy framework for the nation,” it said.
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