In view of the ensuing monsoon season, SAIL, Rourkela Steel Plant has launched an extensive monsoon preparedness drive across the plant and township to ensure uninterrupted production, operational safety and effective flood management during the rainy season.
The comprehensive Action Plan for Monsoon Preparation has been based on site inspections conducted by the Task Force and past monsoon experiences across various plant units. The Civil Engineering Services (CE(S)) Department is spearheading the activities in coordination with different departments.
As part of the preparedness measures, extensive de-weeding, de-silting and cleaning of Guradih Nallah, North Channel and major roadside drains are being carried out to ensure smooth flow of storm water. All underground drains and drainage systems beyond departmental battery limits are also being cleaned and maintained by CE(S), while individual departments have been instructed to clean and maintain internal drains within their respective areas.
Special emphasis has been laid on preventive maintenance of pumps and dewatering systems in vulnerable areas including Coke Ovens, CDCP, Blast Furnaces, SGP, SP-I, CPP-I, OBBP, Plate Mill, HSM and Battery sections.
To strengthen preparedness further, additional manpower is being deployed for flood control activities and orientation training will be provided prior to deployment. Departments have also been instructed to complete repair and maintenance of roof gutters, down comers and drainage-related infrastructure before the onset of heavy rains.
Significantly, a new embankment with Hume pipe culvert constructed near the Pump House of HSM-II has been identified as an obstruction to water flow and is being removed to facilitate free drainage during the monsoon. Similarly, obstructions caused in Guradih Nallah near WT#1 and the new CISF gate are also being cleared on priority for smooth discharge of rainwater.
The action plan also includes operational readiness of Lagoon Gates, deployment of vehicles and cranes for emergency response, provision of illumination at critical drainage points and round-the-clock availability of flood control support systems.
All monsoon preparedness activities are targeted to be completed by 10th June 2026. Moreover, a 24×7 Flood Control Room will be operational at the CE(S) office from 15th June to 30th September 2026. This control room will ensure round-the-clock monitoring and coordination with other departments to promptly address any monsoon-related issues.
