Chandrapur, March 15 -- union Coal and Mines Minister G. Kishan Reddy today said the approaching summer and rising temperatures could lead to an increase in coal demand, but assured that the government has made adequate arrangements to manage the situation.
Speaking to reporters during his visit to Chandrapur in Maharashtra, Reddy noted that electricity consumption typically rises during the summer months as the use of cooling appliances such as air conditioners and fans increases.
He said the surge in power consumption naturally leads to higher electricity generation, which in turn raises the demand for coal.
The minister said the Centre has already taken necessary steps to ensure uninterrupted coal supply to thermal power plants across...