Centre Expands Eligibility for Private Players in Coal and Lignite Exploration

Eighteen private firms were cleared to conduct coal and lignite exploration, boosting sector participation and capacity.

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Centre Expands Eligibility for Private Players in Coal and Lignite Exploration

Centre Expands Eligibility for Private Players in Coal and Lignite Exploration
The government has approved the inclusion of 18 additional private entities in the list of agencies permitted to undertake coal and lignite exploration. The move aims to accelerate resource assessment, improve exploration efficiency, and widen participation beyond public-sector bodies. Officials expect the expanded roster to support faster identification of reserves and strengthen long-term energy planning.
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