Union Minister H.D. Kumaraswamy hit the ground running at the RINL Steel plant today. Receiving a formal Guard of Honour, the Minister immediately moved into an intense inspection of the Coke Oven Batteries. This strategic visit to the Visakhapatnam facility aims to supercharge India’s industrial backbone. Our sources confirmed the Minister scrutinized every step of the high-temperature carbonization process. March 23, 2026.
Coking coal transforms here in total isolation from air. This metallurgical coke is the lifeblood of blast furnace operations. We saw the Minister noting how multiple ovens work as integrated “batteries.” This sequence keeps the massive production lines moving without a single hitch. Efficiency is the name of the game at RINL.
Received the Guard of Honour at RINL Steel plant this morning, followed by a comprehensive visit to the plant, including inspection of the Coke Oven Batteries.
🔹 Observed the coke-making process wherein coking coal is subjected to high-temperature carbonisation in the absence… pic.twitter.com/qfwWfRKMwL
— ಹೆಚ್.ಡಿ.ಕುಮಾರಸ್ವಾಮಿ | HD Kumaraswamy (@hd_kumaraswamy) March 23, 2026
He tweeted, “Received the Guard of Honour at RINL Steel plant this morning, followed by a comprehensive visit to the plant, including inspection of the Coke Oven Batteries.
🔹 Observed the coke-making process wherein coking coal is subjected to high-temperature carbonisation in the absence of air to produce metallurgical coke, an essential input for blast furnace operations
🔹 Noted that multiple coke ovens operate in an integrated sequence as “batteries”, ensuring continuous, efficient and large-scale production
🔹 Reviewed operational parameters, efficiency and by-product recovery systems critical to plant performance
Accompanied by MoS for Steel & Heavy Industries Shri @BjpVarma avaru. Aligned with the visionary leadership of Hon’ble Prime Minister Shri @narendramodi
avaru, we remain committed to advancing Aatmanirbhar Bharat, achieving 300 MT steel capacity by 2030, progressing towards Net Zero by 2070, and realising the vision of Viksit Bharat 2047.”
The numbers are staggering. Kumaraswamy reviewed by-product recovery systems that are absolutely critical to plant performance. These systems aren’t just for show; they dictate the bottom line. Operational parameters remained under the microscope throughout the morning. MoS for Steel Shri @BjpVarma avaru accompanied the Minister during the high-level audit.
The big goal is 300 MT. India plans to hit this massive steel capacity by 2030. Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s vision of Aatmanirbhar Bharat drives every single decision made on this plant floor. Net Zero by 2070 is the long-term target. Achieving Viksit Bharat 2047 remains the ultimate finish line for the Ministry.
Minister Kumaraswamy shared his observations directly via a social media post. He highlighted the commitment to self-reliance and technological advancement. You can see the full details in the social embed below.
