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Thermal Power Plant Coal Inventories Expected To Climb By Ten Million Tonnes By December End
Originally reported by ET Industry as: Coal stocks may rise 10 million tonnes by December-end as electricity demand eases in winter
30 Oct 2026, 8:22 am IST · Xecute.finance News Desk
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Domestic thermal power station coal reserves could grow by approximately ten million tonnes by the end of December. This buildup is driven by improved rake availability and reduced electricity requirements during the winter season.
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Inventories of coal at domestic coal-based thermal power plants are projected to expand by nearly 10 million tonnes by the conclusion of December. This anticipated rise is aided by enhanced rake availability alongside a drop in electricity consumption during the winter months. Specifically, coal reserves grew to 18.1 million tonnes on October 28, moving up from 17.4 million tonnes recorded five days prior. Power sector operational stability relies heavily on adequate fuel reserves to prevent generation outages.
When fuel availability improves and critical stockpile shortages decline across power stations, supply chain bottlenecks ease for industrial consumers. Compared to previous tighter inventory phases, the current position indicates smoother logistics and better inventory management across domestic thermal facilities. Energy analysts, sector investors, and corporate strategists should monitor upcoming power ministry inventory bulletins and rake movement data through December.
Tracking these figures helps evaluate fuel security for manufacturing units and operational margins for utility providers. Ultimately, stable fuel buffers protect power generators from sudden supply shocks and support predictable electricity pricing.
Source: economictimes.indiatimes.com
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