Prime Minister Modi Hails India’s Historic Achievement of 1 Billion Tonnes Coal Production.
New Delhi:
Prime Minister Narendra Modi today celebrated India’s significant milestone in energy production, as the country crossed the historic mark of 1 billion tonnes of coal production. This achievement underscores India’s unwavering commitment to energy security, economic growth, and self-reliance in the energy sector.
In a post shared on the social media platform X, PM Modi lauded the accomplishment, calling it a “proud moment for India” and recognizing the tireless dedication and hard work of those working in the coal sector. He expressed that this milestone is a reflection of the nation’s growing energy capabilities and its journey toward becoming more self-reliant in meeting its energy demands.
Union Minister for Coal and Mines, G Kishan Reddy, also shared the achievement through a post on X, highlighting that India has crossed the monumental 1 billion tonnes of coal production. Prime Minister Modi responded to this post, emphasizing that this remarkable achievement highlights India’s ongoing efforts to bolster energy security while advancing its economic growth.
“A Proud Moment for India! Crossing the monumental milestone of 1 Billion tonnes of coal production is a remarkable achievement, highlighting our commitment to energy security, economic growth and self-reliance. This feat also reflects the dedication and hard work of all those associated with the sector,” wrote Prime Minister Modi on X.
This milestone further solidifies India’s position as one of the world’s largest coal producers, vital for fueling the nation’s growing energy needs and infrastructure development. It also reinforces the government’s long-term vision of making India energy self-sufficient, thereby contributing to the nation’s sustainable development.
India’s coal production plays a pivotal role in ensuring a reliable and affordable energy supply, essential for both industrial growth and meeting the demands of millions of citizens. The achievement is seen as a step forward in the government’s efforts to promote domestic resource utilization and reduce dependency on imported energy sources.
