Indian steel producers seek to boost import quotas for low-ash coke by nearly 7x due to supply shortages.

Indian steel producers are urging the government to raise import quotas for low-ash metallurgical coke nearly sevenfold to 9.3 million metric tons, citing a severe supply shortage and rapid production growth. The current quota is 1.4 million metric tons, and the industry argues that domestic output is insufficient, while import curbs hinder expansion plans. The government has defended the restrictions, claiming local supplies are adequate.