Coal Crisis in India : Electricity Crisis | UPSC Current Affairs 2024 [Video]

The upcoming hot weather across India will increase the electricity demand and coal is the major source of electricity generation.

Coal accounts for over 70% of India’s electricity output.
India is the 2nd largest importer, consumer and producer of coal.
India mainly imports from Indonesia, Australia, and South Africa.
The Highest Coal reserves in India are located in Jharkhand, Odisha, and Chhattisgarh.

Roadblocks to meet Energy Demand
India is a fast-growing economy that has led to a big increase in electricity demand.
India’s coal quality is poor and has high ash content which makes for lower energy value.
Logistics challenges are there, for example, coal transported by railways in open coaches is prone to rain & theft.

Way Forward
India needs to reduce its reliance on coal and diversify its energy sources by increasing the share of natural gas, nuclear, and hydro power in its energy mix.

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