Shri Satish Jha, Chairman-cum-Managing Director of Eastern Coalfields Limited (ECL), attended the 1st National Public Relations Conclave – 2025, organized by Central Coalfields Limited (CCL) at Ranchi. The two-day event, themed “Redefining PR: From Information to Engagement in the Era of Digitalization,” reflected CCL’s initiative to accord utmost priority to strengthening communication, transparency, and stakeholder engagement in the rapidly evolving digital landscape. The conclave brought together eminent speakers, academicians, and communication professionals to deliberate on the transformative role of public relations in the digital era.
The inaugural session featured insightful addresses from distinguished guests, including renowned Ad Guru Shri Prahlad Kakkar, who delivered a thought-provoking talk on *“The Art of Narrative Building in Public Life.”* Dr. Vinay Ranjan, Director (HR), Coal India Limited, in his keynote address, emphasized the importance of effective communication in fostering trust and transparency, while Shri Nilendu Kumar Singh, CMD, CCL, highlighted the strategic role of PR in enhancing institutional reputation. Shri Satish Jha, CMD, ECL, shared his perspective on *“Transforming Public Relations: From Communication to Connection in the Digital Age.”* The event also featured interactive sessions and panel discussions on emerging trends, ethics in communication, and the growing influence of social media as a key engagement tool.