This strategic step is aimed at optimizing coal transportation and streamlining the loading process. : New Delhi: The coal ministry has announced plans to infuse ₹26,000 crore into a series of expansive railway projects to establish comprehensive multimodal connectivity. Aligned with the strategic framework of the national coal logistic plan, these endeavors underscore the integration of first-mile connectivity (FMC) through strategically positioned railway sidings adjacent to coal mines. This strategic step is aimed at optimizing coal transportation and streamlining the loading process.