Indicating consistent supply and operational stability in the sector, India’s coal production and dispatch witnessed healthy growth in May 2025 on a year-on-year (YoY) basis. The Ministry of Coal stated that the overall coal production in India during May 2025 reached 86.24 million tonne (MT) (provisional), marking an increase over the 83.96 MT produced in the corresponding period of the previous year.

Production from captive or commercial mines during May 2025 stood at 16.93 MT (provisional), registering a significant rise from 13.83 MT recorded during the same period last year. “This surge highlights the growing contribution of captive/commercial mining to India’s overall coal output,” the ministry added.

“The Ministry of Coal remains committed to achieving sustainable growth, improving coal availability, and reducing dependence on imports. With the positive momentum, the coal sector continues to play a pivotal role in powering India's growth story,” it added.

The official statement mentioned that as on 31 May 2025, the coal stock held by coal companies witnessed a growth of 29.18 per cent, reaching 122.69 MT, as compared to 94.98 MT during the corresponding period of the previous year.

Source: Business World 

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