News ArticleCoal India Limited Records Highest Ever Monthly Coal Supplies and Production in October FY 2026-27
Supplies to power sector reach 57.1 million tonnes while railway coal evacuation hits record 310 rakes per day during the month
Coal India Limited set new records in October FY 2026-27 with all-time high monthly coal supplies of 70.3 million tonnes and coal production of 67.2 million tonnes, both surpassing previous peaks despite operational challenges. Supplies to the power sector also reached 57.1 million tonnes, marking significant growth and reinforcing India's coal supply chain.
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Coal India Limited achieved record-breaking monthly coal supplies of 70.3 million tonnes and production of 67.2 million tonnes in October FY 2026-27, also delivering its highest-ever monthly supplies to the power sector at 57.1 million tonnes.
The company surpassed its previous highest monthly supply record from March 2026 which was 69.4 million tonnes, marking a 19% increase over October FY 2025-26 supply figures of 59.2 million tonnes.
Mahanadi Coalfields Limited (MCL), a subsidiary of Coal India, contributed by crossing 20 million tonnes in monthly supplies for the first time during October.
Coal India's railway coal evacuation achieved an average of 310 power-sector rake loadings per day, the highest monthly average in company history, overcoming operational hurdles such as unseasonal rainfall, festive disruptions, and cyclone impacts.
Production in October FY 2026-27 reached 67.2 million tonnes, exceeding the prior October record of 62.47 million tonnes from 2024 and reflecting a 19% increase compared to October FY 2025-26.
The supply and production momentum is expected to improve coal stock levels at thermal power plants and at mining pit heads, supporting India's energy security.
Highlights
- Coal India achieved all-time high monthly coal supplies of 70.3 million tonnes in October FY 2026-27.
- Supplies to the power sector reached 57.1 million tonnes, a first-time high for the company.
- Coal India’s monthly coal production hit 67.2 million tonnes, surpassing previous October records.
- MCL, a Coal India subsidiary, supplied over 20 million tonnes in October for the first time.
- Railway coal evacuation averaged 310 power-sector rakes loaded per day, setting a new monthly record.
- These milestones were achieved despite operational challenges including weather and festive disruptions.
Key Data Snapshot
What happened
- Coal India Limited set new records in October FY 2026-27 for monthly coal supplies, production, and railway coal evacuation.
- Total coal supplies reached 70.3 million tonnes, surpassing the previous record from March 2026.
- Coal production also reached an October record of 67.2 million tonnes.
- Supplies to the power sector increased to 57.1 million tonnes, the highest ever for the company.
- Average railway rake loadings for power-sector coal hit 310 rakes per day in October, a new monthly high.
Key details
- Monthly coal supply of 70.3 million tonnes reflects 19% growth over October FY 2025-26 supply of 59.2 million tonnes.
- Mahanadi Coalfields Limited (MCL) surpassed 20 million tonnes in monthly supplies for the first time.
- Power sector coal supply rose 19% from 48 million tonnes in October FY 2025-26 to 57.1 million tonnes.
- Railway coal evacuation achieved record rake loading figures despite challenges like unseasonal rainfall, Puja festivities, and cyclone impacts.
- These operational achievements occurred outside the usual peak month of March, underscoring a broad performance improvement.
Business impact
- These operational milestones support enhanced coal stock levels at thermal power plants amid rising power demand.
- Increased coal production and supplies build a stronger operational base for Coal India through the remainder of FY 2026-27.
- Improved railway evacuation throughput ensures efficient transport of coal to power plants.
- These developments contribute to India’s energy security by sustaining coal supply continuity despite environmental and operational challenges.
Background and context
- Coal India first crossed 60 million tonnes in monthly supplies in March 2021 and had fluctuated between 60 and 69 million tonnes until October FY 2026-27.
- The month of March has traditionally been the peak performance month before now.
- Rise in power demand and disruptions from weather and festivities challenged coal production and supply in October FY 2026-27.
Highlights
- Coal India achieved all-time high monthly coal supplies of 70.3 million tonnes in October FY 2026-27.
- Supplies to the power sector reached 57.1 million tonnes, a first-time high for the company.
- Coal India’s monthly coal production hit 67.2 million tonnes, surpassing previous October records.
- MCL, a Coal India subsidiary, supplied over 20 million tonnes in October for the first time.
- Railway coal evacuation averaged 310 power-sector rakes loaded per day, setting a new monthly record.
- These milestones were achieved despite operational challenges including weather and festive disruptions.
Disclosures
- SEBI (Listing Obligations and Disclosure Requirements) Regulations 2015
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