Ministry of Coal to Launch 15th Round of Commercial Coal Mine Auctions on April 17 in Mumbai – Indian PSU
The Ministry of Coal will launch the 15th round of Commercial Coal Mine Auctions on April 17, 2026, in Mumbai, alongside a high-level stakeholder consultation on “Atmanirbhar Bharat: Coal for Energy Security.”
The event will be led by Vikram Dev Dutt, Secretary, Ministry of Coal, who will attend as the Chief Guest.
This initiative reinforces the government’s continued push towards strengthening energy security and self-reliance, in line with the vision of Narendra Modi.
Driving Energy Security and Sector Growth
Since the introduction of commercial coal mining in 2020, the reforms have significantly boosted domestic coal production, reduced import dependence, and created a competitive, transparent ecosystem.
The upcoming auction round will offer a mix of fully explored and partially explored coal blocks, designed to attract:
- Established mining players
- New market entrants
- Technology-driven companies
The liberalised auction framework continues to promote ease of doing business, encourage investments, and generate employment across the sector.
Strengthening Atmanirbhar Bharat Vision
The commercial coal mining reforms have:
- Enhanced domestic coal availability
- Reduced reliance on imports
- Enabled fair competition and transparency
- Supported industrial growth with reliable fuel supply
The 15th round is expected to further accelerate sectoral momentum by fostering a vibrant and investment-friendly coal ecosystem.
The Ministry reiterated its commitment to ensuring reliable, affordable, and sustainable energy, while driving long-term resilience and innovation in India’s coal sector.
