<h1>India Accelerates Coal Projects: Streamlining Clearances, Land Acquisition, and Infrastructure with State and Central Coordination.</h1> The Government of India and Coal India Ltd. (CIL) are implementing measures to expedite coal projects by addressing issues related to environmental and forestry clearances, land acquisition, and coal evacuation infrastructure. Actions include engaging with state authorities and forest officials, holding regular meetings, and negotiating with landowners for rehabilitation. The Ministry of Coal is coordinating with state and central authorities to resolve pending clearances and collaborating with the Ministry of Railways on rail projects. To meet production targets, new projects and captive coal blocks are being developed, with imports bridging the demand-supply gap. CIL has been granted Navratna status for greater autonomy.