NTPC Limited has reported a substantial growth of 99 per cent in coal production from its captive mines during the first quarter of 2023-24, as compared to the corresponding period in the previous year.
The company achieved a coal production of 8.48 million tonnes (mt) during first quarter of 2023-24, as compared to 4.27 mt in first quarter of 2022-23. In addition, NTPC has also achieved a coal despatch of 8.82 mt in first quarter of 2023-24, marking a significant 112 per cent increase over the previous year for the same period. This outstanding performance reflects NTPC’s relentless commitment to enhancing coal production from its captive mines and ensuring efficient supply to meet the nation’s energy needs.