
This initiative in favour of energy security holds immense promise, but India must take due care to keep it in synchrony with the realities of technology, costs and other dynamic factors. Global experiments have lessons we can learn from.
The Indian government is fully opening its coal gasification scheme to private sector players. Investors are assured of 30-year coal linkage support to encourage large-scale investments. The scheme welcomes independent participation or joint ventures. The gov…
India’s ₹37,500 crore coal gasification scheme aims to boost energy security, cut imports and support hydrogen production.

Coal gasification opens new energy pathways

Experts say, it could work as a transitional bridge technology in the country’s long-term energy transition strategy.

As per the report, India's steel sector continues to stand as the fastest-growing steel market globally, with demand projected to expand by 7.4% in 2026 and accelerate to 9.2% in 2027
While coal gasification presents uncertain decarbonisation outcomes, it can play a crucial role in strengthening the country's raw material security by reducing dependence on imported coal and natural gas, according to an Observer Research Foundation report.
Financial support to developers will be provided at a maximum of 20% of the cost of plant and machinery through a competitive bidding process, where incentives will be disbursed in four equal instalments linked to project milestones. The incentive for a proje…

Union Cabinet approves ₹37,500 crore scheme to promote coal gasification, enhancing energy security and reducing import dependency.

India's Cabinet approves Kharif MSP hikes and ₹37,500-crore coal gasification initiative to boost rural income and energy security.
Larsen & Toubro has secured a landmark deal to develop a state-of-the-art coal-to-ammonium nitrate facility in Odisha, poised to deliver 2,000 tonnes of ammonium nitrate daily. This venture not only bolsters India's aspirations for enhanced coal gasification …