Archive · 7 Jan 2026
Kishan Reddy Stresses Coal Reforms Reach Grassroots
The Union Coal Minister, G. Kishan Reddy, spoke at a meeting in Haryana.
He said that changes in the coal industry need to help regular people to make India stronger.
He wants companies to plan for the future and follow safety rules.
He also mentioned that India is producing more coal locally, which saves money.
The minister even suggested trying to set a world record for closing mines safely.
He also opened a new building for coal management training in Ranchi.
Union Coal Minister G. Kishan Reddy emphasized that coal sector reforms must reach the grassroots to achieve 'Viksit Bharat'.
He spoke at a two-day Chintan Shivir in Manesar, Haryana, focusing on PSU performance and ongoing reforms.
Reddy urged subsidiaries to create clear roadmaps for 2030 and adopt global best practices.
He highlighted the need for scientific mine closures, strict safety norms, and better equipment utilization.
The minister noted that increased domestic coal production has saved around Rs 60,000 crore in foreign exchange.
- Who
- Union Coal Minister G. Kishan Reddy
- What
- Stressed the need for coal sector reforms to reach grassroots
- When
- During a two-day Chintan Shivir
- Where
- Manesar, Haryana
- Why
- To achieve the goal of a 'Viksit Bharat' and improve sector performance
- Event
- Chintan Shivir of the coal ministry
- Location
- Manesar, Haryana
- Duration
- Two days
- Focus Areas
- PSU performance, ongoing reforms, institutional changes
- Key Speaker
- Union Coal Minister G. Kishan Reddy
- Goal
- Achieving 'Viksit Bharat' through coal sector reforms
- Inauguration
- New executive hostel at IICM, Ranchi
