Jindal Steel and Power has taken a major step in using domestic coal through coal gasification technology for steel production. The company has set up a Direct Reduced Iron (DRI) plant that uses syngas, making it one of the first to adopt this method at such a scale.
The syngas produced from coal is being used in operations like galvanizing and colour coating, replacing fuels such as natural gas and LPG. It has also been used to run blast furnaces, marking a new development in the steel sector.
Company officials said this approach can reduce dependence on imported fuels like methanol, ammonia, and LNG. They added that better use of India’s coal reserves can support industrial growth and help save foreign exchange.
The initiative is expected to strengthen the country’s push for self-reliance while improving efficiency in steel production.
