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Background context · Issued by Ministry of Coal (via PIB)
What happened — as the source states it
The Scheme for Promotion of Surface Coal/Lignite Gasification Projects was approved by the Government on 13 May 2026, with a total outlay of ₹37,500 crore.
Scheme guidelines were issued on 25 June 2026 and the Request for Proposal on 7 July 2026; a pre-application conference was scheduled for 20 July 2026. The release set 7 September 2026 as the last date for applications.
Key facts
| Total outlay | ₹37,500 crore |
|---|---|
| Scheme approved | 13 May 2026 |
| Last date for applications (as set in the release) | 7 September 2026 |
Why it matters · Coal Boss explanation
Gasification turns coal into gas for chemicals and fuels. The Ministry links it to value addition and lower import dependence; it is a long-term, project-level development rather than a change to how traded coal is bought or sold today.
What a coal trader might check
Background context. It doesn't change auction, lifting or trading terms.
Explanation, not advice. For anything legal, tax or contractual, go to the official text and your CA or lawyer.
Still uncertain
Which projects are selected, and when — not yet announced in the sources checked.
