India’s Coal Imports Fall 16.4% in July Amid Low Demand
India’s coal imports fell sharply by 16.4% in July 2025, totaling 21.08 million tonnes (MT), compared to 25.23 MT in the same month last year. The drop is attributed to sluggish demand during the monsoon season and ample domestic stock levels, according to data released by mjunction services, a joint venture between Tata Steel and SAIL.
This decline is part of a broader trend, with total coal imports for the April–July period of the fiscal year also showing a decrease, underscoring shifting dynamics in India’s energy supply chain.
According to Vinaya Varma, MD & CEO of mjunction, the primary reasons for the decline include,
Varma added that demand may pick up ahead of the festive season, which typically begins in late September, potentially increasing coal usage across sectors.
While non-coking coal saw a significant fall due to reduced power demand, coking coal imports rose, indicating stable or increased activity in steel and heavy industry sectors.
This suggests a consistent pattern—decline in thermal coal imports, while steel sector demand remains resilient.
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