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45 Indian Coal Power Plants Facing Critical Fuel Shortages, Govt Data Shows
✍️ Business Standard
🗓 28 Aug 2026, 01:33 PM
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Government data reveals that 45 coal‑fired power stations across India are running on critically low fuel stocks, raising concerns over potential supply disruptions.
The Ministry of Power released data indicating that 45 coal‑based power plants in the country are flagged as having critically low fuel inventories. The information, compiled from plant reports, highlights a nationwide shortage that could affect generation capacity.
Analysts note that plants operating with insufficient coal reserves may have to curtail output or temporarily halt production, especially during periods of high demand. Such reductions could put additional strain on the national grid and increase reliance on alternative sources.
Authorities are monitoring the situation closely and have urged power utilities to expedite coal deliveries to avert any interruption in supply.
Analysts note that plants operating with insufficient coal reserves may have to curtail output or temporarily halt production, especially during periods of high demand. Such reductions could put additional strain on the national grid and increase reliance on alternative sources.
Authorities are monitoring the situation closely and have urged power utilities to expedite coal deliveries to avert any interruption in supply.