The coal sector witnessed an unprecedented upswing, with production, dispatch and stock levels soaring to remarkable heights, the ministry said. "This exceptional growth is attributed to the unwavering dedication of coal PSUs, which has played a pivotal role in driving this extraordinary progress," the statement said.
  • zephyreks@lemmy.mlOPM
    111·
    1 year ago

    Coal makes up something like 70% of India’s electricity production. India’s electricity demand grew at a rate of 10.7% last month, a supply gap that India is unable to bridge with renewables alone.

    • SupraMario@lemmy.world
      1·
      1 year ago

      China and India are massive consumers of coal. China just built/ is currently building 6 new coal plants as well.

  • LibertyLizard@slrpnk.net
    1·
    1 year ago

    India showing contempt for its own citizens that have been killed and will be killed by climate-related disasters.