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Coal Gasification VGF Scheme: Coal India JVs, New Era Cleantech Selected for Incentives

This announcement underscores the government's commitment to coal gasification.
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In a significant step towards advancing clean coal technology, the Ministry of Coal announced the successful bidders for the coal gasification Viability Gap Funding (VGF) scheme. Coal India Limited (CIL) and two joint ventures—Bharat Coal Gasification and Chemicals Limited (BCGCL) and the CIL-GAIL JV—have been selected under Category I. At the same time, New Era Cleantech Solution Private Limited has been chosen under Category III.

This announcement underscores the government’s commitment to coal gasification. It marks the entry of the first private player, New Era Cleantech, into the sector and brings much-needed momentum to a policy framework that has been in place since 2020.

Key Features of the Coal Gasification VGF Scheme

  • Financial Outlay: The scheme, approved by the Cabinet, has a budget of ₹8,500 crore to promote coal/lignite gasification projects, to achieve 100 million tonnes of coal gasification by 2030.
  • Categories:
    • Category I: ₹4,050 crore for government PSUs or their JVs, supporting three projects with a lump sum of ₹1,350 crore or 15% of CAPEX, whichever is lower.
    • Category II: ₹3,850 crore for private and public sector projects (bidders to be announced).
    • Category III: ₹600 crore for demonstration projects or small-scale product-based plants using indigenous technology.

Significance of the Initiative

The Ministry highlighted this development as a “significant milestone” in India’s coal gasification journey, calling it a critical move towards cleaner energy solutions. “This announcement demonstrates growing industry confidence and marks the beginning of innovation in clean coal technologies, expected to generate thousands of jobs and support India’s transition to a sustainable energy future,” the ministry stated.

By leveraging financial incentives, the government aims to foster indigenous technology development and encourage private sector participation, vital for reducing the nation’s carbon footprint and advancing energy security.

Future Prospects

The Coal Gasification Incentive Scheme is a pivotal component of India’s clean energy roadmap. With support for innovation, job creation, and a sustainable coal sector, the initiative aligns with broader climate goals and sets a benchmark for public-private collaboration in energy transformation.

This announcement reflects the government’s resolve to integrate cleaner coal solutions while building a robust industrial ecosystem for coal gasification in India.


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