The Coal Ministry has invited applications for a ₹37,500-crore coal gasification programme aimed at improving India’s energy security and lowering dependence on imported fuels and feedstocks. Across coverage, the scheme is described as a large-scale initiative to convert coal into syngas and related outputs that can support domestic production of fuels and chemicals. The reported objectives include reducing imports of liquefied natural gas (LNG) and substituting for imported inputs such as ammonia and methanol. The programme also supports “coal-to-chemicals” manufacturing, positioning gasification as a pathway to develop industrial capacities that use coal more effectively. Both outlets characterize the initiative as part of broader efforts to strengthen supply resilience while also encouraging domestic value creation in the energy and chemicals sectors. Details on timelines, eligibility, and selection criteria are not provided in the excerpts supplied, but the announcements indicate that applications are now being sought for projects under the programme.