KOLKATA: Coal stocks at power plants peaked to 34.25 million tonnes on January 26, equivalent to 19 days’ consumption, and up by 77% as against 19.36 million tonnes, equivalent to 12 days’ consumption at the same time last year.
“Thrust has been also given to augment coal supplies to non-power sector by holding regular auction for coal linkages where the consumers have been given the flexibility to choose nearest mine, quality including grade and size. To facilitate easy availability of coal to all the sectors, coal companies are also offering increased coal under spot and exclusive e-auction.” Coal minister Pralhad Joshi said in a reply in the Rajya Sabha.
