Northern Coalfields Ltd’s coal production for financial year 2026-27 stood at 51.43 million tonnes (MT), while supplies reached 55 MT till September 8. Around 87% of Northern Coalfields Ltd’s total coal supplies are directed to the power sector.
“The improving operational performance at NCL is in line with the broader objective of Coal India Ltd (CIL) to maintain a robust and reliable coal supply chain for the Nation.
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With the monsoon receding, NCL is further intensifying efforts to maximise production and strengthen evacuation by making optimal use of available resources. The focus is on converting improved mine conditions into higher production, faster dispatch and more dependable coal supplies,” Coal India said.
Northern Coalfields production, dispatch pick up
Rake loading through Indian Railways increased to 41 rakes on September 8, compared with an average of 19 rakes per day during September 1-3. Northern Coalfields Ltd’s major coal supplies are directed to power plants in Uttar Pradesh, Madhya Pradesh and Rajasthan.
“The recovery has been supported by a series of measures on the ground. With mine accessibility improving, NCL has been able to move men, machinery and coal more efficiently. Priority restoration of internal roads has improved the movement of coal to Coal Handling Plants and railway sidings, while continuous dewatering has helped reopen mining areas affected by water accumulation,” it added.
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Coal India production rises 40%
At the Coal India level, average daily coal production rose 40%, from 1.36 MT per day during the first three rain-affected days of September to 1.91 MT on September 8. Average daily dispatches to the power sector also increased 27%, from 1.37 MT per day during September 1-3 to 1.74 MT on September 8.
Shares of Coal India Limited ended at ₹431.50, up by ₹11.80, or 2.81%, on the BSE.
