New Delhi, May 1 -- India's overall coal production during April 2025 reached 81.57 million tonnes, marking an increase over the 78.71 MT produced in the corresponding period of the previous year, the Coal Ministry said in a release.

According to the Coal Ministry, coal production in the country increased 3.63 per cent in April 2025 compared to the previous year. India's coal production and dispatch witnessed steady growth in April 2025 compared to the same period last year.

This reflects the continued efforts of the Ministry of Coal and its subsidiaries to ensure consistent supply and operational stability in the sector.

Production from Captive/Other entities mines during April 2025 in FY 2025-26 stood at 14.51 MT (Provisional), regis...