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Coal stocks at 98 power plants drop to 6.3 days of operations
Coal stocks at 98 power plants have dropped to 6.3 days of operations.
Ninety-eight power plants in India reported critical coal stock levels on October 25, 2026. These inventories cover only 6.3 days of operations, falling short of the 19-20 day normative requirement. Nandini Keshari notes that supply reliability concerns are rising as electricity demand surges despite government efforts to ramp up supplies.
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Coal stocks at 98 power plants drop to 6.3 days of operations
Current coal stock levels at 98 plants have fallen to a critical average of 6.3 days. This shortage comes at a time when electricity demand is increasing, raising concerns over potential power outages. The low inventories indicate a deepening supply chain crisis for fuel. Authorities are monitoring the situation to ensure grid stability as demand peaks.