Steel capacity drive: Report projects coking coal demand to surge by 55% by 2030

India’s coking coal dependence is set to surge as the nation aims for 300 MT steel production by 2030. The government’s Atmanirbhar Coal Mission targets increased domestic output and reduced import reliance through policy measures and investments. Decarbonization efforts, including cleaner technologies, are crucial for achieving net-zero emissions in the steel industry by 2070.