Powering The Nation- Role Of Coal In Strengthening India's Comprehensive National Power

Chakra Dialogues Foundation, in collaboration with Coal India Limited, convened high-level seminar on The Role of Coal in Strengthening India’s Comprehensive National Power at the Vivekananda International Foundation, bringing together policymakers, industry leaders, strategic experts, and researchers. The discussion focused on the evolving role of coal in India’s energy matrix, particularly in the context of national security, economic growth, and the global transition toward cleaner energy. Key Discussions The seminar explored the strategic importance of coal as a critical pillar of India’s energy security, especially in ensuring baseload power and supporting industrial growth. Participants acknowledged that while renewable energy is expanding rapidly, coal continues to play a stabilising role in meeting the country’s growing energy demands. Speakers highlighted the need for a balanced and pragmatic transition strategy—one that integrates sustainability goals without compromising energy reliability. The role of technology in improving efficiency, reducing emissions, and enabling cleaner coal utilisation was emphasised as a key pathway forward.