Centre to hold roadshow on coal gasification projects in Hyderabad tomorrow

New Delhi, June 10 (IANS) Building on the strong momentum generated by the successful roadshow on coal and lignite gasification projects held in Delhi, the Ministry of Coal is set to organise its next roadshow in Hyderabad on Thursday.

The overwhelming response and active participation witnessed during the earlier event underscored the growing confidence of industry stakeholders in India’s coal gasification ecosystem and highlighted the significant opportunities emerging in this strategic sector, according to a Coal Ministry statement issued on Wednesday.

The Hyderabad roadshow will be attended by Union Coal and Mines Minister G. Kishan Reddy as the Chief Guest, while Minister of State for Coal and Mines Satish Chandra Dubey will attend as the Guest of Honour. The event will also witness the presence of Coal Secretary Vikram Dev Dutt and other senior ministry officials, representatives from state governments, coal and lignite companies, technology providers, industry associations, investors, and other key stakeholders.

Coal gasification is a transformative technology that converts coal into synthesis gas (syngas), which can be further utilised for the production of value-added products such as methanol, ammonium nitrate, synthetic natural gas, and a range of industrial chemicals. Recognising its strategic importance, the Centre has undertaken several policy initiatives and incentive measures to promote coal gasification as a means to enhance energy security, reduce import dependence, and diversify the utilisation of domestic coal resources.

The roadshow will serve as a key platform for discussions on policy support, technological innovations, investment opportunities, and project implementation strategies. It will bring together policymakers, industry leaders, technology providers, and investors to explore collaborative pathways for accelerating the development of coal and lignite gasification projects across the country.

The event is expected to further strengthen stakeholder engagement, facilitate strategic partnerships, and support the creation of a robust ecosystem for coal gasification in India, the statement added.

–IANS

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