In a communication to employees ahead of the 77th Republic Day, ECL CMD Satish Jha reported that cumulative coal production as of December 2025 reached 33.482 million tonnes, falling short of the planned target of 38.752 million tonnes. This highlights the urgent need for increased production in the months remaining this fiscal year.
The Coal India subsidiary emphasized that it maintains a solid operational foundation, particularly due to significant overburden removal of 133.013 million cubic metres during the period, which it identifies as a crucial factor in enabling greater coal output.
During the April-December timeframe, cumulative coal offtake amounted to 33.666 million tonnes, ensuring a steady flow of supplies and revenue.
Emphasizing the necessity for collaborative efforts from employees, officers, and executives, the company stated that unified commitment and ongoing hard work are vital for achieving annual targets and enhancing ECL’s contribution to the nation’s energy security.
ECL mentioned that its emphasis this financial year has been on maintaining performance through improved systems and operational reliability in production, evacuation, safety, governance, and infrastructure, rather than focusing solely on isolated accomplishments.
