Question : TARGET FOR COAL PRODUCTION



(a) Whether the target fixed for the coal production for 1999-2000 has been fully achieved;

(b) if not, the reasons therefor; and

(c) the steps being taken to achieve the target?

Answer given by the minister

MINISTER OF STATE FOR COAL ( SHRI N.T.SHANMUGAM )

(a): Yes, the target fixed for the coal production for 1999- 2000 has been fully achieved. The figure of target, actual (provisional) and achievement (%) are given below:

Target (m.t.)	Actual (Provisional)(m.t.)	Achievement (%)	298.90	300.05	100.38
(b)&(c): Do not arise.