How does coal from the Talcher field support Odisha’s industries?

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Coal extracted from the Talcher field, located near Dhenkanal, serves as the essential energy foundation for many of Odisha’s large-scale industries.1

In addition to supporting these industrial operations, coal-fired thermal plants function as a significant secondary source of power for the state, complementing the energy generated by hydroelectric stations and specialized captive power plants dedicated to specific industrial facilities.1