New Delhi: In a landmark achievement, Western Coalfields Limited (WCL), a subsidiary of Coal India Limited (CIL), has reported its highest-ever Profit Before Tax (PBT) since its inception, marking a significant milestone in the company’s operational and financial performance.
For the financial year 2024–25, WCL registered a PBT of Rs 4,376 crore — a staggering 4.64 percent increase over the previous year’s Rs 4181 crore, driven by record-breaking coal production, enhanced operational efficiency, and robust demand from power and non-power sectors.
“This is not just a number, it is a testament to the relentless efforts of our team and a reflection of our commitment to energy security for the nation,” said WCL's Director (Finance) Bikram Ghosh. He further added that the company attributed this achievement to multiple strategic initiatives, including the commissioning of new mines, technological modernisation, and a renewed focus on environmental sustainability.
Industry analysts note that the achievement comes at a crucial time when India is ramping up energy production to meet growing demand and reduce dependence on coal imports. WCL's performance is expected to significantly contribute to Coal India Limited’s broader goal of achieving 1 billion tonnes of annual coal production by 2030.
WCL, headquartered in Nagpur, operates more than 47 Mines across Maharashtra and Madhya Pradesh and employs over 32685 people. With this new milestone, the company is poised to further strengthen its role as a key player in India’s energy sector.
As the coal industry faces increasing scrutiny over environmental concerns, WCL emphasized its ongoing efforts toward eco-friendly mining, land reclamation, and green belt development.
With its highest-ever PBT now on record, WCL is not just digging deeper into the earth — but also into a future of stronger, smarter, and more sustainable energy production.
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