The Ministry of Coal reviewed 39 captive and commercial coal blocks in Madhya Pradesh, Assam, Arunachal Pradesh, Telangana, and Gujarat, recording 34.80 Mt output in FY25 and 10.80 Mt in FY26 (till July 2025), with a push to expedite remaining projects.
The Ministry of Coal convened a strategic review meeting chaired by Ms. Rupinder Brar, Additional Secretary & Nominated Authority (AS&NA), to evaluate the ongoing progress of captive and commercial coal blocks across key states—Madhya Pradesh, Assam, Arunachal Pradesh, Telangana, and Gujarat.
The gathering brought together coal block allottees alongside senior officials from both the central and respective state governments, aiming to assess operational milestones, identify bottlenecks, and strategize enhancements in coal production.
During the proceeding, 39 coal blocks were assessed—33 in Madhya Pradesh, 2 in Assam, 1 in Arunachal Pradesh, 1 in Telangana, and 2 in Gujarat. Notably, Madhya Pradesh has 13 coal blocks that are operational, with 9 currently producing coal. Telangana reports one active producing block. Collectively, these producing operations yielded 34.80 million tonnes (Mt) of coal during FY 2024–25. In the current fiscal year (FY 2025–26), production has already reached 10.80 Mt as of 31st July 2025.
The ministry stressed the need to expedite the commissioning of the remaining 25 coal blocks within these states. Accelerating these projects will bolster domestic coal supplies, reduce import reliance, and address India’s burgeoning energy needs.
Reiterating its commitment to expanding both captive and commercial coal capacities, the ministry emphasized uninterrupted production, streamlined supply chains, and optimized resource usage.
Working collaboratively with stakeholders, the Coal Ministry continues to unlock the full potential of coal assets, drive sustainable growth in the energy sector, and support the vision of an Atmanirbhar Bharat (self-reliant India).
FAQ’s
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What was the purpose of the recent Coal Ministry review meeting?
The meeting aimed to assess the progress of captive and commercial coal blocks in five states, address operational challenges, and explore ways to boost coal production.
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Which states were covered in the coal block review?
The review covered coal blocks in Madhya Pradesh, Assam, Arunachal Pradesh, Telangana, and Gujarat.
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How many coal blocks were reviewed, and how many are operational?
A total of 39 coal blocks were reviewed—33 in Madhya Pradesh, 2 in Assam, 1 in Arunachal Pradesh, 1 in Telangana, and 2 in Gujarat. Out of these, 14 are operational, with 10 currently producing coal.
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What was the coal production in FY 2024–25 and FY 2025–26 so far?
The producing coal blocks yielded 34.80 million tonnes in FY 2024–25, and 10.80 million tonnes have been produced so far in FY 2025–26 (up to 31st July 2025).
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Why is the operationalization of remaining coal blocks important?
It will strengthen domestic coal supply, reduce dependency on imports, and help meet India’s growing energy demands.
