So, a good option will be to have a proactive policy framework and exploit the coal reserves. So, there should be aggressive acceleration in coal mining and a medium-term plan to invite investments involving the latest technologies. Last financial year, India’s overall coal production was 893 metric tonnes, clocking a robust 15 percent year-on-year growth. So, there should be aggressive acceleration in coal mining and a medium-term plan to invite investments involving the latest technologies. It will create a level playing field for both public and private stakeholders in coal production.

Source: Indian Express October 19, 2023 05:26 UTC