The Ministry of Coal has invited proposals from academic institutions and research organisations for research and development (R&D) in coal sector.
The thrust areas for R&D include advanced technology/methodology for improvement of production and productivity from underground mining and open cast mining; improvement of safety, health and environment; waste to wealth; alternative use of coal and clean coal technologies; coal beneficiation and utilisation; exploration; and innovation and indigenisation. The last date of submission of proposal is July 15, 2023.