CoalSetu: India's Energy Game Changer Saves Billions, Boosts Production

• CoalSetu scheme launched by the Indian government to achieve self-reliance in the coal sector.
• Aims to reduce coal imports, boost production, and facilitate exports, saving thousands of crores annually.
• Reforms the Coal Linkage Policy, mandating coal allocation to end-users and for export via auction.
• Allows domestic buyers to participate, permits personal use of coal, and enables export of up to 50% of purchased coal.
• India's coal production surpassed 1 billion tons in FY 2024-25, with imports decreasing by 7.9% last year, saving ₹61,000 crore.

Why It Matters: CoalSetu policy aims for India's coal self-reliance, reducing imports and saving billions.