Representative image NEW DELHI: Giving a push to its ambitious coal and lignite gasification programme, govt Wednesday floated a request for proposal (RFP) inviting companies to set up projects under its Rs 37,500-crore incentive scheme.Launched in May, the scheme aims to support the gasification of 75 million tonnes (MT) of coal and lignite by 2030 to produce syngas, thereby reducing dependence on imports of LNG, urea, ammonia and methanol, and promoting self-reliance in the energy and chemicals sectors. Officials said they expect to select companies under the scheme within the next four months.RFP comes after Union cabinet approved the scheme in May and the ministry of coal issued the operational guidelines on June 25.To facilitate stakeholder participation and provide clarity on the scheme provisions and application process, the ministry will hold a pre-application conference on July 20.India currently imports nearly 85% of its crude oil requirement, around 90% of its methanol requirement and 13-15% of its ammonia requirement. The country’s import bill for key substitutable products — including liquefied natural gas, urea, ammonium nitrate, ammonia, coking coal, methanol and dimethyl ether (DME) — stood at nearly Rs 2.8 lakh crore in FY25.DME is considered a promising cleaner-burning substitute for LPG, with blends of up to 20% already permitted by the Bureau of Indian Standards for domestic, commercial and industrial use.Govt expects the scheme to attract investments of Rs 2.5-3 lakh crore across around 25 projects in coal-rich regions to gasify 75 MT of coal over the next five years.Get the latest India news and live updates. Download the TOI App.About the AuthorAtul MathurAtul Mathur is a Senior Assistant Editor at The Times of India with over 27 years of experience in journalism. Based in Delhi, he has spent much of his career reporting on governance, public policy and politics, churning out researched, data-driven stories that impact daily lives. Atul is known for investigative depth and strong human-interest narratives as he strives to bring clarity and context to complex issues. He currently tracks the energy sector, writing on power, renewable energy, coal and mines.Read MoreEnd of ArticleFollow Us On Social MediaVideosBuilding Collapses In Delhi’s Rohini; 1 Dead, Several Trapped; Rescue Ops UnderwayPune Building Buried Under Collapsing Garbage Mound, 16 Feared Trapped Amid Heavy Rain FuryShiv Sena Corporator Ramesh Mhatre Arrested In KDMC Doctors’ Assault Case: PoliceEggs Thrown, ‘Chor-Chor’ Slogans At Mamata Banerjee’s Rally In West BengalRetired Transport Officer’s House Raided: UP Vigilance Recovers ₹1.62 Cr Cash, Gold Worth ₹20 CrOperation Hard Ball: Lawrence Bishnoi, Goldy Brar Among 37 Charged In Largest-Ever Int’l Crime SweepAfter SC Rap, NCERT Removes Chapter On ‘Corruption In Judiciary’ In Revised Class 8 Textbook”Didn’t Raise My Hand..”: Corporator Ramesh Mhatre Expresses Regret For KDMC Hospital Ambush’Welcome To UP 2.0′ TMC MP Mahua Moitra Slams Baruipur Encounter As BJP Defends Police ActionLashkar Commander Zakir Ganai Killed In Encounter In J&K’s Shopian, Hunt On For Second Terrorist123PhotostoriesQuitting your job? Here’s how to leave on good terms without burning bridgesWalking every day? These 3 additions can make it even better for your heart”It is the key to hydration of grains of rice”: Chef Vikas Khanna shares the secret to making fluffy rice at homeNick Jonas’ interviews reveal 5 relationship tips worth borrowingAfter ‘Alpha’ release, Alia Bhatt swaps athleisure for a statement green Banarasi lehenga by Anita Dongre10 beautiful baby girl names inspired by stars and the skyFrom carpets to mattresses: 7 Smart ways to use baking soda for cleaning everyday household items’You kiss a lot of frogs before you find your prince’: Priyanka Chopra on why respect matters more than love for womenApple cider vinegar for hair: Mix it with these ingredients for stronger, longer, and shinier strandsHow to meditate: A step-by-step guide for beginners123Hot PicksSilver import shortageUS Iran War ImpactNew EPFO portalBaruipur rapeMumbai rainfallConnor MurphyE20 PetrolZhuang ZhouNew EPFO PotralTop TrendingLionel Messi Clash with Egypt CoachIshowspeedBengal Rape Murder CaseFIFA World Cup 2026CBSE Class 10 ResultKetan Agarwal murder caseMumbai rainDelhi rainWeather tomorrowE20 petrol
NEW DELHI: Giving a push to its ambitious coal and lignite gasification programme, govt Wednesday floated a request for proposal (RFP) inviting companies to set up projects under its Rs 37,500-crore incentive scheme.Launched in May, the scheme aims to support the gasification of 75 million tonnes (MT) of coal and lignite by 2030 to produce syngas, thereby reducing dependence on imports of LNG, urea, ammonia and methanol, and promoting self-reliance in the energy and chemicals sectors. Officials said they expect to select companies under the scheme within the next four months.RFP comes after Union cabinet approved the scheme in May and the ministry of coal issued the operational guidelines on June 25.To facilitate stakeholder participation and provide clarity on the scheme provisions and application process, the ministry will hold a pre-application conference on July 20.India currently imports nearly 85% of its crude oil requirement, around 90% of its methanol requirement and 13-15% of its ammonia requirement. The country’s import bill for key substitutable products — including liquefied natural gas, urea, ammonium nitrate, ammonia, coking coal, methanol and dimethyl ether (DME) — stood at nearly Rs 2.8 lakh crore in FY25.DME is considered a promising cleaner-burning substitute for LPG, with blends of up to 20% already permitted by the Bureau of Indian Standards for domestic, commercial and industrial use.Govt expects the scheme to attract investments of Rs 2.5-3 lakh crore across around 25 projects in coal-rich regions to gasify 75 MT of coal over the next five years.
