
Gasification tech a mismatch for India's high ash content coal: Niti
Published on: Aug. 21, 2025, 12:45 a.m. | Source: Economic Times
NITI Aayog has raised concerns about the suitability of current gasification technologies for India's high-ash coal, hindering progress towards the government's 100-mt coal gasification target by 2030. The think tank plans discussions with stakeholders to identify appropriate technologies and business models. The goal is to achieve energy security and reduce import dependence through coal gasification.