Talcher Fertilisers and NTPC apply for coal gasification scheme

Talcher Fertilisers Limited and NTPC Limited have applied for the Scheme for Promotion of Surface Coal/Lignite Gasification Projects, the Ministry of Coal clarified on 05 SEP 2026. The Union Cabinet approved the scheme on 13 May 2026 with a total financial outlay of ₹37,500 crore. It aims to convert domestic coal and lignite into higher-value products, including syngas, methanol, ammonia and urea.

Key facts

• This document was released on 05 SEP 2026.
• The Ministry of Coal released this clarification about the scheme.
• The Scheme for Promotion of Surface Coal/Lignite Gasification Projects was approved by the Union Cabinet on 13 May 2026 with a total financial outlay of ₹37,500 crore.
• The Scheme aims to promote the conversion of domestic coal and lignite into higher-value products including syngas, methanol, ammonia and urea.
• Talcher Fertilisers Limited and NTPC Limited have submitted applications for the scheme.

Sources

• Scheme for Promotion of Surface Coal/Lignite Gasification Projects: Ministry clarifies position on applications