India’s Coal Ministry reports that daily coal supplies to thermal power plants increase by about 36% in October compared with the low point recorded in September. It says the improvement is tied to better transportation availability and easing pressure on plant inventories as power demand is expected to moderate around mid-October, based on historical patterns.
The ministry also highlights a sharp slowdown in coal stock depletion. Sources say the daily drawdown falls to roughly 0.116 million tonnes per day in October from about 0.243 million tonnes per day in September, indicating stabilisation. However, officials state that “stock rebuilding” has not yet started in a sustained way. Separately, rail loading for coal improves to an average above 465 rakes per day in October, with the 470-rake daily target reached for three consecutive days.
Outlets also address reporting about “critical stock” status at plants. The ministry clarifies that listing as critical follows set inventory norms and functions as an early warning, not proof of immediate depletion or imminent shutdown, urging assessment of inventories alongside the improved supply trend.
