Coal India Ltd (CIL), a state-owned enterprise responsible for over 80% of India's coal production, is strategizing to eliminate 243 million tonnes (MT) of coal imports over the next decade. The comprehensive roadmap, set to span from 2026 to 2036, focuses on increasing domestic coal production, enhancing coal quality through beneficiation, and achieving logistics cost parity. A detailed forensic audit of coal imports will inform sector-specific policies and phased strategies to boost local supply. CIL's initiative is significant as it aligns with India's goals to enhance energy security and reduce foreign exchange outflows while supporting the national coal gasification mission. Industry experts believe this move could save billions in import costs and strengthen the domestic mining ecosystem. CIL aims to ramp up coal production to 1 billion tonnes (BT) by 2028-29 to meet rising domestic demand and reduce reliance on imports.