Domestic Coal-Based Power Generation Soars 8.38% To 779.1 Bn Units In April-Nov

In a significant accomplishment, the domestic coal-based power generation soared 8.38% to 779.1 Billion Units (BU) in April-November FY24 , according to an official statement on Saturday. Meanwhile, the domestic coal-based power generation stood at 718.83 BU in the year-ago period.

India's power generation witnessed a jump of 7.71% in the period under consideration, as per the coal ministry's statement.

The overall coal-based power generation witnessed a year-on-year increase of 11.19 per cent during the period on account of unprecedented rise in temperature, delayed monsoon in the northern region of the country coupled with the resumption of full commercial activities post-Covid, according to a PTI report.

Coal import for blending decreased substantially by 44.28 per cent to 15.16 million tonne (MT) up to November in the current fiscal from 27.21 MT in the year-ago period, despite the escalating power demand, added the PTI report.

"This shows the nation's commitment to self-reliance in coal production and minimising overall coal imports," the ministry said.

The government is persistent in its efforts to further enhance coal production, aiming to increase availability and reduce dependence on imported coal, thereby safeguarding foreign reserves.