India's Power Ministry has confirmed that thermal power plants hold sufficient coal inventories to meet current electricity demand, dispelling fears of a supply crunch during the peak summer season.
As of July 12, stockpiles stood at 42.8 million tonnes, a level the government describes as adequate to sustain operations without interruption.
The reported inventory level provides a buffer of approximately 14 days, calculated based on an 85% plant load factor.
The reported inventory level provides a buffer of approximately 14 days, calculated based on an 85% plant load factor.
This metric indicates that power generators have enough fuel to maintain high output levels even if supply chains face temporary disruptions.
The ministry stated it is actively monitoring coal supplies to ensure uninterrupted power generation across the country.
Adequate coal stocks are critical for India's energy security, as thermal power accounts for the majority of the nation's electricity generation.