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30 July 2026

Parliamentary panel on coal washery infrastructure

The topic involves a report by a Parliamentary Standing Committee on a critical energy infrastructure issue, which is a standard format for UPSC questions regarding policy recommendations and sector-specific challenges.

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Notes

  • The Parliamentary Standing Committee on Coal, Mines and Steel identified high-ash content in domestic coal as a significant challenge.
  • The committee recommended prioritizing coal beneficiation to improve the quality of coal supply.
  • Modernization of existing coal washery infrastructure is required to enhance the availability of high-quality coal.
  • The committee proposed the establishment of new coal washeries at or near pitheads to address logistical constraints.

Questions

  1. Discuss the significance of coal beneficiation in enhancing the efficiency of the power sector in India. How can the modernization of washery infrastructure address the challenges posed by high-ash content in domestic coal? 150 words
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Prelims

  1. What is the primary objective of coal beneficiation as highlighted by the Parliamentary Standing Committee on Coal, Mines and Steel?

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