Coal India and SECL Maintain Coal Supply Amid West Asia Crisis to Support Power Sector

State-owned Coal India Ltd (CIL) and its subsidiary South Eastern Coalfields Ltd (SECL) are prepared to meet India's coal demand amid the escalating West Asia crisis, which threatens global shipping routes and raises imported coal costs. CIL, supplying 80% of domestic coal and 55% of power generation, maintains robust stockpiles totaling over 175 million tonnes and ready coal exposure of around 60 million tonnes. SECL reported strong production and dispatch figures with substantial coal reserves to ensure steady supply despite global energy disruptions. The government and CIL aim to keep power prices stable while addressing anticipated summer demand increases.