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easyQ. No. 20005
According to the 22 October 2026 release, coal loading by Indian Railways rose by what percentage during October up to the 18th?
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A22.5%
B7.1%
C14%
D2.5%
Correct Answer: A. 22.5%
Introduction
Economy and energy | Coal transport links railway freight operations with the fuel supply of thermal power plants.
Explanation
The release reported 22.5% growth in coal loading during October 2026 up to 18 October compared with the corresponding period of the previous year. Dispatches increased by 87 rakes per day. Separately, the first half of FY 2026–27 averaged 430 coal rakes per day to thermal power plants, up 7.1%. September’s year-on-year increase was 14%. For an MCQ, first identify the reference period: 22.5% belongs to October up to the 18th, not H1 or the full month. Source: https://www.pib.gov.in/PressReleasePage.aspx?PRID=2326711
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