India’s coal stocks at power plants slide 24% amid unusual demand surge
India's coal stocks at power plants fell 24% since early September, driven by an unusual surge in electricity demand. As of September 27, stocks stood at 19.2 million tonnes, 64% below the required 53.7 million tonnes. Experts attribute this decline to monsoon-related disruptions impacting coal supply and increased reliance on coal due to reduced hydropower output.