New Delhi, May 19, 2026: The Ministry of Coal has announced the commencement of coal production from the Urtan and Dhirauli coal mines in Madhya Pradesh, marking another significant step towards strengthening India’s energy security and self-reliance in the energy sector.
The Urtan Coal Mine, allocated to JMS Mining Private Limited, officially began coal production on May 15, 2026. The mine has achieved a major milestone by becoming the first underground coal mine to commence production under India’s commercial coal auction regime, reflecting the success of reforms introduced in the coal sector.
In another key development, production also commenced at the Dhirauli Coal Mine on May 17, 2026. The mine has been allocated to Mahan Energen Limited and is expected to significantly strengthen coal supply from the resource-rich Singrauli region.
According to the Ministry of Coal, the operationalisation of these mines demonstrates the positive impact of progressive reforms and streamlined procedures introduced to improve operational efficiency and promote ease of doing business in the mining sector.
The increased coal production from these mines is expected to support the country’s growing domestic coal demand, reduce dependence on imports and contribute to sustained economic growth while advancing the vision of Atmanirbhar Bharat in the energy sector.
