Context: Analysing the need for coal power for the development of India.
Estimates by Central Electricity Authority: 19th Electric Power Survey (EPS)
Arguments in support of ceasing the addition of coal-based power plants in India
Arguments in favour of the addition of coal-based power plants
Conclusion: Given the significance of coal-based plants in meeting our future demands, it might be somewhat premature to relegate additional coal-based plants to the background.