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9 September 2026

Applications for coal gasification projects

Coal gasification is a specific government-backed strategic initiative aimed at energy security and industrial development, making it a relevant topic for questions on energy policy and industrial infrastructure.

1 min read Day 2 of 2 1 questions 1 prelims

Notes

  • The Ministry of Coal has received seven applications for financial assistance under the coal gasification project scheme.
  • Applicants include Adani Enterprises (three applications for coal-to-urea plants), Shyam Sel & Power Limited (syngas), Gallantt Ispat Ltd. (direct reduced iron and syngas), NTPC Ltd. (synthetic natural gas), and Talcher Fertilisers (urea gasification).
  • The government utilizes a rolling window system for application submissions to encourage participation.
  • The second round of the rolling application window commenced on September 8 following the conclusion of the first round.
  • The Ministry of Coal reports that additional prospective applicants are currently in advanced stages of project preparation for future windows.

Part of a longer story

This is day 2 of 2 in Coal gasification project scheme implementation, which has been running since 5 September 2026. Reading it whole is usually worth more than reading today alone — the exam asks how something developed.

Questions

  1. Discuss the significance of coal gasification in India's energy transition and the role of government financial incentives in promoting industrial adoption of this technology. 150 words
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Prelims

  1. Which of the following products can be derived from coal gasification processes as mentioned in recent government initiatives?

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