The Union Coal Ministry is slated to conduct a roadshow in Mumbai on February 21 to promote coal or lignite gasification projects.
The event will feature key stakeholders, including policymakers, licensors, EPC agencies, PMC consultants, industry frontrunners, and investors, to discuss the opportunities and hurdles associated with coal or lignite gasification projects. This will be the government's second industry interaction on the subject after the first roadshow was held in Hyderabad on February 16. The roadshow will be headed by Coal Secretary Amrit Lal Meena.
This move aims to nurture the growth and widespread adoption of coal or lignite gasification projects throughout India to leverage the available resources to propel sustainable energy initiatives.
India has already approved a scheme to promote coal or lignite gasification projects to meet the country's future energy needs. As per the approved scheme, ₹8,500 crore of investment outlay will be provided by the Coal Ministry for coal gasification projects under three categories: government-owned PSUs, private players and small-scale projects. Promotion of coal or lignite gasification projects aims to diversify energy sources, lessen reliance on imported fuels, and mitigate environmental impact through cleaner technologies. By forging strategic partnerships with industry players, the Coal Ministry is looking to expedite the adoption of gasification technologies and facilitate the creation of a robust ecosystem for coal or lignite-based energy solutions. 
