India’s Captive and Commercial Coal Mines Output Rises 16.4% in Q1 FY26; June Dispatches Hit 17.31 MT
By Shishta Dutta | Updated at: Oct 16, 2025 04:05 PM IST
New Delhi, July 2, 2025 – The Ministry of Coal has reported a significant uptick in coal output and dispatches from captive and commercial mines in June 2025, continuing the strong momentum into the first quarter of FY26.
Robust Performance in June 2025
Coal production in June 2025 stood at 15.57 million tonnes (MT), while total dispatches touched 17.31 MT. The higher dispatch figure highlights efficient supply chain management and strong demand across key consuming sectors, reflecting improved coordination between production units and end users.
Strong Q1 FY26 Growth
The April–June quarter of FY26 (Q1) witnessed impressive year-on-year growth of 16.39% in production and 13.03% in dispatches compared to the same period last fiscal. This upward trend reflects enhanced mine output and capacity utilization across the captive and commercial segments.
Quarterly Coal Output and Dispatch (Q1 Ending June)
| Financial Year | Production (MT) | Dispatch (MT) |
|---|---|---|
| FY23–24 (Q1) | 29.07 | 33.91 |
| FY24–25 (Q1) | 39.53 | 45.68 |
| FY25–26 (Q1) | 46.01 | 51.63 |
Source: Graph on page 1 of the press release
Key Developments in June 2025
- Mine Opening Approval: Utkal A Mine received opening permission. The mine has a peak rated capacity of 25 MT, adding major incremental capacity to the captive coal portfolio.
- Block Allocation Milestone: Vesting orders were issued for three new coal blocks. This brings in the cumulative number of allocated coal blocks to over 200. Thereby this forms a critical milestone in India’s energy self-reliance roadmap.
Strategic Impact
The growth in domestic coal output plays a pivotal role in supporting power generation, steel manufacturing, and cement production, ensuring critical raw material supply chains remain intact. The Ministry reiterated its commitment to driving domestic coal availability and reducing import dependency to strengthen India’s industrial backbone.
REF: https://www.pib.gov.in/PressReleaseIframePage.aspx?PRID=2141432
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