New Delhi: Coal India’s subsidiary, Eastern Coalfields Ltd (ECL), has urged its employees to enhance coal production in the final quarter of the current financial year (FY25-26). The move aims to bridge the shortfall in cumulative output and help meet annual production targets, supporting India’s energy security.
Coal Production Shortfall in December Quarter
During the 77th Republic Day, ECL CMD Satish Jha highlighted that the company’s cumulative coal production until December 2025 stood at 33.48 million tonnes, slightly below the proportionate target of 38.75 million tonnes. This shortfall has emphasized the need to accelerate production in the remaining months of FY25-26.
Despite the gap, the company maintained a strong operational performance, with overburden removal reaching 133.013 million cubic metres, reflecting robust coal output growth.
Continuous Supply Ensures Energy Security
Cumulative coal offtake during the April–December period stood at 33.66 million tonnes, ensuring uninterrupted supply to power plants and other industries. ECL has called for collective efforts from employees, officers, and executives, emphasizing that sustained commitment and efficient work practices will be critical to achieving annual targets and reinforcing India’s energy infrastructure.
About Eastern Coalfields Ltd
Eastern Coalfields Ltd (ECL) is a subsidiary of Coal India Ltd, and one of India’s largest coal-producing companies. The company operates primarily in the eastern region of India, supplying coal to power plants and industries, and plays a vital role in supporting national energy security and industrial growth.
