Coal India is preparing a 10-year strategic roadmap aimed at reducing India’s coal imports by 243 million tonnes, reinforcing the country’s push for energy security and greater self-reliance in domestic fuel supply. The long-term plan is expected to focus on expanding production capacity, improving mine productivity, and accelerating infrastructure development.
The initiative comes as India seeks to lower dependence on imported coal used across power generation, steel, cement, and industrial sectors. By boosting domestic output and logistics efficiency, Coal India aims to meet rising demand while reducing exposure to global price volatility and supply disruptions.
Key elements of the roadmap are likely to include faster project clearances, modernization of mining operations, railway connectivity enhancements, and increased output from new and existing blocks. The company is also expected to support coal gasification and cleaner coal technologies as part of broader energy transition goals.
Industry analysts said the import reduction strategy could help conserve foreign exchange, stabilize fuel availability, and strengthen India’s industrial competitiveness. However, execution will depend on timely investments, environmental clearances, and coordinated policy support over the next decade.
