NTPC mining reports 20% rise in coal production for H1 FY25

04 Oct 2024 CW Team

NTPC Mining has achieved a significant 20% increase in coal production, reaching over 19 million metric tonnes (MMT) in the first half of FY 2024-25. The company also recorded a 16% rise in coal dispatch to NTPC鈥檚 power stations, totaling 19.7 MMT during the same timeframe.

Consistently exceeding production targets, NTPC Mining has solidified its standing in the captive coal mining sector. Since its inception, the company has produced over 123 MMT and dispatched more than 121 MMT of coal from its five operational mines in Jharkhand, Odisha, and Chhattisgarh. These mines鈥擯akri Barwadih, Kerandari, Chatti Bariatu, Dulanga, and Talaipalli鈥攁re essential for ensuring fuel security for NTPC鈥檚 thermal power stations.

This performance highlights NTPC's commitment to boosting coal production to meet rising energy demands. An official stated, ""This impressive growth in coal production and dispatch reflects NTPC鈥檚 dedication to operational excellence and its strategic efforts to enhance the efficiency of its captive mines.""

NTPC continues to prioritize reliable, affordable, and sustainable power, supporting the nation鈥檚 energy needs through improved productivity and advanced mining technologies.

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