Coal India Limited 5.5% YoY rise in August supplies

The Ministry of Coal launched the 16th round of commercial coal mine auctions on September 18, offering 25 blocks (21 fully explored, 4 partially explored) across nine states, and handed over CMDPAs for six previously auctioned mines (Tara revised, Margo West/East, Mandla South, Dongeri Tal‑II, Dip Side of PKoC). Coal India’s supplies rose 5.5% YoY in August FY27, with Northern Coalfields (NCL) ramping output sharply after monsoon disruptions—production up 67% and dispatches up 75% versus early‑September averages. On governance, the company appointed Chaturvedi & Co LLP as statutory auditors for FY27 and added Smt. Sona Kumari as a non‑official Independent Director for a three‑year term. At the 52nd AGM on August 31, 2026, shareholders approved a ₹5.25 per share final dividend (ex‑date September 4) and ratified the appointment of Shri B. Sairam as CMD. Shares closed around ₹417.50–₹422.25 on September 16–17, with a market capitalisation near ₹2.57 lakh crore.