India's coal imports dropped in 2024, boosting use of domestic coal and raising emissions.

India's coal imports fell by over 5.5 million tons in 2024, leading to increased use of lower-quality domestic coal, which raises power emissions. Despite growing renewable energy capacity, coal remains India's dominant energy source, accounting for 73.4% of electricity generation. The Economic Survey 2024-25 argues against shutting down coal plants without viable alternatives, highlighting coal's role in the country's development.

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