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Nearly 40% of India’s Coal Plants Critically Low on Fuel

Published Monday, September 21, 2026

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What We Know — Key Points

  • As of September 19, 2026, 74 of India's coal-fired power plants had critically low coal stocks, defined as less than 25% of required inventory or less than three days of power generation capacity.

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  • The Hindu

    The article emphasizes that the decline in power plant stocks appears to be a temporary logistical issue rather than a sign of any structural supply constraints, with ministries increasing supplies and renewable energy playing a role despite its intermittent nature.

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