Fly Ash Management in Focus as Railways & NTPC Bring Together Key Stakeholders in Noida

The Ministry of Railways and NTPC Limited jointly convened the National Conference on Fly Ash Utilisation and Transportation at the Power Management Institute, Noida, bringing together fly ash generators, users, transporters, and policymakers to frame strategies for sustainable fly ash management in India.

In FY 2024–25, India generated 340.11 million tonnes of fly ash, of which 332.63 million tonnes were successfully utilised—a utilisation rate that underscores India’s growing commitment to the circular economy, cost-efficient growth, and environmental sustainability.

Key Utilisation Segments (2024–25)

• Roads & Flyovers: 32%

• Cement Industry: 27%

• Bricks & Tiles: 14%

• Backfilling: 11%

• Mine Filling: 10%

• Agriculture & RMC: 1–2%

The Indian Railways is enabling large-scale, sustainable fly ash movement through attractive freight concessions, providing both a green transport solution and a cost-effective logistics option for industries. With significant capacity to expand its role, the Railways is set to become a central partner in India’s fly ash utilisation mission.

Policy Push & National Commitment

Government mandates are already promoting fly ash use in cement manufacturing, road construction, mine backfilling, brick production, and building materials. Together, these initiatives are helping transform fly ash from a disposal challenge into a valuable industrial and infrastructure resource.

Distinguished Participation

The conference was addressed by eminent dignitaries including:

• Ghanshyam Prasad, Chairperson, Central Electricity Authority (CEA), Ministry of Power

• Hitendra Malhotra, Member (Operations & Business Development), Ministry of Railways

• Gurdeep Singh, Chairman & Managing Director, NTPC

• Piyush Singh, Additional Secretary, Ministry of Power

The event was organised and marketed under the leadership of Dr. Manoj Singh, Additional Member (Marketing & Business Development), Ministry of Railways.

The Way Forward

The deliberations marked a step toward building stronger partnerships, sharing best practices, and drafting a comprehensive roadmap for sustainable fly ash utilisation and transportation across India. The strategies emerging from this platform are expected to support cleaner, greener, and more resource-efficient growth.