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Coal India Limited (CIL) will invest INR 1,900 crore in research and development by FY2030 to modernise mining operations, improve productivity and reduce emissions. The state-owned miner will focus on clean coal technologies, mine repurposing, rare earth mineral recovery and sustainable materials through partnerships with research institutions. The investment includes support for IIT-led projects and ongoing programmes at the National Centre for Coal and Energy Research, strengthening India's mining and industrial infrastructure.
Coal India Limited (CIL) has announced plans to invest INR 1,900 crore in research and development (R&D) by FY2030 to modernise mining operations, improve productivity and support cleaner coal technologies. The state-owned mining company disclosed the investment in the past week as part of its long-term strategy to strengthen India's mining infrastructure, enhance operational efficiency and advance sustainable resource development.
The proposed investment will support research across several priority areas, including clean coal technologies, net-zero solutions, sustainable construction materials, mine repurposing and the recovery of rare earth and critical minerals. Coal India said these initiatives would be undertaken through collaborations with scientific institutions and research organisations to accelerate technology adoption across its operations.
As part of the programme, the company has committed INR 253 crore to three Indian Institutes of Technology (IITs), with funding to be released in phases. These projects are expected to focus on developing technologies that improve mining efficiency, resource utilisation and environmental performance while supporting India's broader industrial and energy objectives.
Coal India's National Centre for Coal and Energy Research is currently overseeing 19 research projects with a combined outlay of INR 225 crore across scientific institutions. The projects cover areas including advanced mining techniques, cleaner energy systems, sustainable mining practices and technologies for extracting valuable minerals from existing resources.
The latest announcement marks a significant increase in the company's commitment to innovation. Coal India's R&D expenditure rose fourfold to INR 245 crore in FY2024-25 from INR 61 crore in the previous financial year, reflecting an accelerated focus on technology-led mining and infrastructure development. The expanded investment programme is intended to build on this momentum over the remainder of the decade.
The R&D roadmap forms part of Coal India's wider strategy to modernise its production ecosystem while supporting India's energy security. In addition to improving mine productivity, the company is seeking to lower emissions, develop cleaner utilisation pathways for coal and strengthen domestic capabilities in critical mineral recovery. These initiatives align with national efforts to improve industrial competitiveness through technology-driven infrastructure and resource management.
Coal India remains the country's largest coal producer and continues to play a central role in India's energy supply. The planned investment in research and technological development is expected to reinforce mining infrastructure, strengthen collaboration between industry and academia, and support innovation across the country's mineral and energy sectors.
Source: Reuters
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