AI SummaryIndia's textile hub Surat faces a critical coal shortage with 400+ mills shutting down 2 days weekly, affecting 2.5 lakh workers and generating a ₹2,500–3,000 crore annual coal procurement market. With coal stocks lasting only 10–20 days and supply disruptions fueled by global conflicts, a focused coal aggregation business targeting mid-tier mills (200–500 MT/month consumption) can capture ₹40–60 lakh annual profit by 2026. Entrepreneurs with supply chain expertise and access to Coal India e-auction networks should move immediately, as mill desperation and regulatory tailwinds create a 12–18 month first-mover advantage.
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