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2022 coal-import mandate enriched Adani and raised power tariffs?
Checked 16 Oct 2026
The Reel accurately reflects the findings of a Scroll investigation. Official documents and tender records show that following the government's 2022 mandate to import coal, Adani Enterprises secured the majority of NTPC tenders and saw a 200% jump in profits, while the average power purchase cost for consumers rose by 71 paise per unit.
Main source: Scroll
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A Scroll.in investigation reveals how the Centre’s 2022 coal-import mandate benefited Adani Enterprises while raising concerns over electricity costs for…
What we checked
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It implies: The failure of ministries and companies to respond to queries indicates an admission of questionable actions.ThePrint
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The Indian central government's 2022 coal-import mandate benefited Adani Enterprises and increased electricity costs for consumers.Scroll
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The Union Ministry of Power, NTPC, the Adani Group, and Adi Tradelink did not respond to queries from Scroll.in before publication.Scroll
What the Reel doesn't tell you
- The Adani Group denied allegations regarding coal import pricing and practices, calling them false and baseless.
What each side says
the Indian central government (Ministry of Power)The Ministry of Power stated that mandatory coal imports were required to ensure adequate coal stocks in power plants ahead of the monsoon. Scroll
Scroll.inScroll conducted an investigation using internal government documents and RTI requests to examine the impact of the coal-import mandate. Scroll
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