Coal Ministry hosts Roadshow on Surface Coal/Lignite Gasification Projects

The Ministry of Coal has successfully organized a Roadshow on the Scheme for Promotion of Surface Coal/Lignite Gasification Projects in New Delhi, witnessing enthusiastic participation from policymakers, State Government representatives, industry leaders, technology providers, investors, financial institutions and key stakeholders from across the coal gasification sector. Minister of Coal and Mines G. Kishan Reddy graced the occasion as the Chief Guest, while Minister of State for Coal and Mines Satish Chandra Dubey attended the event as the Guest of Honour. Vikram Dev Dutt, Secretary, Ministry of Coal, Sanoj Kumar Jha, Additional Secretary, Ministry of Coal, along with senior officials of the Ministry, were also present during the event.

The Roadshow showcased the immense potential of coal gasification, the policy support available under the newly approved scheme, and the emerging opportunities for large-scale participation in this strategic sector. The event also served as an important platform for dialogue, collaboration and stakeholder engagement towards advancing cleaner and more efficient utilization of India’s vast domestic coal resources.(UPDATED ON 28TH MAY 2026)