ENA Sectors 2025-10-08 17:35:51 <p><span style="font-size:14px"><strong>New Delhi, Oct 8 (KNN)</strong> Indias coal exports increased 23.4 percent year-on-year to 1.908 million tonnes in the financial year 2024-25, according to provisional government data. This marks a rise from 1.546 million tonnes exported in FY2023-24.</span></p> <p><span style="font-size:14px">In value terms, coal exports were Rs 1,643.4 crore in FY2024-25, compared with Rs 1,828.2 crore in FY2023-24. </span></p> <p><span style="font-size:14px">Key export destinations include Nepal, Bangladesh, and Bhutan, with potential for further growth. </span></p> <p><span style="font-size:14px">A study suggests India could export up to 15 million tonnes of coal to neighbouring countries, including 8 MT to Bangladesh, 3 MT to Myanmar, and 2 MT each to Nepal and other nations, reported PTI.</span></p> <p><span style="font-size:14px">Increased coal output and exports are expected to boost economic growth, generate employment, and enhance government revenue.</span></p> <p><span style="font-size:14px">Reducing coal imports and promoting domestic production are central to Indias energy security strategy, helping insulate the country from global price volatility and supporting self-reliance in the energy sector.</span></p> <p><em><strong><span style="font-size:14px">(KNN Bureau)</span></strong></em></p> 43744 https://knnindia.co.in/news/newsdetails/sectors/coal-exports-rise-234-to-19-mn-tonnes-in-fy25 2025-10-08 17:35:51 knnindia.co.in