NTPC, India’s biggest power producer will shortly start coal production from its Pakri Barwadih coal mine in Jharkhand. As per the latest release by NTPC.
The company is in advanced stage of awarding contract for appointment of Mining cum Development operator for its two more mines.
NTPC with an installed capacity of 47,228 MW till date, has now stepped into coal mining industry. Post removal of over burden of 7 lakh cubic metre, the company has successfully exposed seam III in Pakri Barwadih coal mine located in Jharkhand.
Coal production will commence shortly from its first mine and can be supplied to any project of the company. This is a major step towards building assured fuel supply for the company.
Government of India has allocated 10 mines to NTPC having total estimated reserve of 7.3 BnT with ultimate mining capacity of 107 MnT per annum.
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