Is India betting on “Cleaner Coal” to solve its energy problem?

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[background music] Hello, folks. You're tuned into Finshots Daily. In today's episode, we look at whether coal gasification is India's bridge to cleaner energy or just a smarter way of sticking with coal. Before we begin, here's a quick word from Team Ditto. Life has a way of surprising us, and not always in a good way. Sometimes it's a sudden illness or an unexpected hospital visit that can shake up everything. In India, families still pay about thirty-nine percent of medical expenses directly from their own pockets, and just one hospital stay can wipe out years of savings. The easiest way to protect yourself is by getting a good health insurance plan. It's way cheaper than footing one huge bill. And if you're unaware where to start, book a free call with Ditto. No spam. Just honest jargon-free guidance. Trusted by over eight lakh people for their health and term insurance needs. The link is in the description. Now back to the story. India's energy transition story has always carried a built-in contradiction. On one hand, the country has made ambitious commitments toward renewable energy and decarbonization. For instance, to solar and nuclear energy through the International Solar Alliance and advances in stage two nuclear reactors, respectively. Wind energy production has also scaled rapidly, policy support has strengthened, and global investors increasingly view India as a key part of the clean energy transition. On the other hand, coal continues to sit at the center of India's energy system. It powers around seventy-four percent of electricity