Target set for 100 MT coal gasification by 2030
The Ministry of Coal said its Scheme for Promotion of Surface Coal/Lignite Gasification Projects expects an investment of approximately Rs.2.5–3 lakh crore across nearly 25 mines in coal-bearing regions of the country.
The Scheme marks a major step towards achieving the national target of gasifying 100 million tonnes (MT) of coal by 2030. It is expected to strengthen India’s energy security and reduce dependence on imports of key commodities such as LNG, urea, ammonia, and methanol, the Ministry said on 27 May.
Further, utilisation of 75 MT of coal and lignite under the Scheme is expected to generate nearly Rs.6,300 crores annually in revenue, apart from additional downstream revenue through GST and other levies.
Building upon the National Coal Gasification Mission launched in 2021 and the Rs. 8,500 crore coal gasification schemes approved in January 2024, under which eight projects for which incentive of Rs. 6,233 crores have been earmarked are already under implementation; the new Scheme significantly expands support for coal gasification initiatives in the country.
Coal gasification is emerging as a transformative pathway for converting domestic coal and lignite into value-added products such as syngas, methanol, ammonia, synthetic natural gas, cleaner fuels, and chemical feedstock. The initiative is expected to open new avenues for industrial growth, enhance resource utilisation, and support the country’s long-term energy aspirations.
The Roadshow will provide a valuable platform for stakeholders to engage on the opportunities emerging from the newly approved Scheme and explore avenues for accelerated implementation of surface coal and lignite gasification projects. It underscores the Ministry of Coal’s continued commitment towards promoting cleaner coal technologies, enhancing energy security, and advancing the vision of Aatmanirbhar Bharat. Fiinews.com
