India, Sept. 5 -- The Government of India has issued a release:
Reference is drawn to reports appearing in a section of the press suggesting that the Rs.37,500 crore Scheme for Promotion of Surface Coal/Lignite Gasification Projects has not attracted any applications. The Ministry of Coal wishes to place the correct facts on record and clarify that such reports are premature and do not reflect the status of the Scheme or the application process.
The Scheme for Promotion of Surface Coal/Lignite Gasification Projects was approved by the Union Cabinet on 13 May 2026 with a total financial outlay of Rs.37,500 crore. The Scheme is aimed at accelerating the development of coal and lignite gasification in the country and promoting the conversion...