04-June-2026
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Coal gasification has saved Rs 28,000 crore in forex so far
04-Jun-2026

Coal gasification has so far saved Rs 28,000 crore in foreign exchange by reducing reliance on imported oil, methanol and ammonia, govt said recently as it prepares to launch the second phase of the programme. At a recent meeting with investors, coal ministry said the first phase of scheme, launched in 2023-24, had mobilised Rs 85,000 crore in investments and enabled utilisation of 23 million tonnes of coal annually.

News Source:- https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/business/india-business/coal-gasification-has-saved-rs-28000-crore-in-forex-so-far/articleshow/131486862.cms