India's Coal resources: 109798 MT of reserves now proved

Here we have, the latest update on the coal resources of India. As per the results of recent explorations undertaken by the Geological Survey of India (GSI), Central Mine Planning & Design Institute Limited (CMPDIL) and Mineral Exploration Corporation Limited ( MECL ), 109798.17 MT of reserves (correct till April 1, 2010) are now categorized as proved, as compared to 105820 MT a year back.

• According to these estimates, four states, namely Jharkhand, Orissa, Chattisgarh and West Bengal, account for about 78% of the total coal reserves of the country. 
• Notably, the impoverished state of Jharkhand holds the maximum amount of coal, to the tune of 39633.05 MT, which is about 36% of the total. This is followed by Orissa, which with 21506.66 MT.