Shri Sanoj Kumar Jha, Additional Secretary (Coal),  & Chairman (Additional Charge);  Director (HR), Dr. Vinay Ranjan; Director (Marketing), Shri Mukesh Choudhary; Director (Finance), Shri Mukesh Agrawal; Director (Technical), Shri Achyut Ghatak; Director (Business Development), Shri Asheesh Kumar, and Chief Vigilance Officer, Shri Brajesh Kumar Tripathy were present on the occasion.

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The Minister took an active role in the visit by personally descending into the mine to observe advanced operations, showcasing the utilization of mega machinery such as the 42-cubic-meter shovel and 240-ton dumper—some of the largest Heavy Earth Moving Machinery (HEMM) in use globally. He also witnessed coal extraction techniques using blast-free surface mining technology and toured the modern Silos developed under the First Mile Connectivity initiative for eco-friendly transportation of coal. Interacting directly with machine operators, Shri Reddy lifted the morale of the workforce, making them feel appreciated for their hard work in the sector.

In a heartfelt gesture, Shri Reddy shared lunch with the coal workers in their canteen and took selfies with them, expressing his gratitude for their invaluable contributions. He also visited a Miyawaki plantation pilot site, where saplings were planted using the innovative Japanese afforestation technique. Furthermore, he inaugurated the Kalyan Mandap, a modern facility for employee events, underscoring the commitment of the Ministry and SECL to employee welfare. Highlighting the coal sector’s crucial role in powering the nation, he remarked that Gevra is indeed the pride of India and emphasized the importance of sustainability in mining operations as well as the need for a well-defined action plan for mine closures.

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Union Minister of Coal and Mines, Shri G. Kishan Reddy, visited SECL’s Gevra mine—the world’s second largest coal mine.  Shri Reddy felicitated miners, including women, and lauded their tireless efforts in ensuring round-the-clock coal production for India’s energy security.

He personally descended into the mine to witness first-hand the advanced operations, including the use of mega machinery like the 42-cubic-meter shovel and 240-ton dumper, among the largest HEMMs used globally. He observed coal extraction using blast-free surface miner technology and visited the state-of-the-art Silos developed under the First Mile Connectivity initiative for eco-friendly coal transportation.

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These women miners, working across our subsidiary companies in eight states, have not only shattered barriers, but have also demonstrated exceptional dedication and excellence in their respective roles.

Smt. Nirupama Kotru, Joint Secretary & Financial Advisor, Ministry of Coal, Govt. of India, senior officials of Ministry of Mines and Ministry of Coal, and Coal India, were present on the occasion.

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Shri Vikram Dev Dutt, Secretary, Ministry of Coal, Govt. of India; Smt. Vismita Tej, Additional Secretary, Ministry of Coal, Govt. of India; our Chairman, Shri P.M. Prasad; Director (P&IR) Dr. Vinay Ranjan; Director (Business Development), Shri Debasish Nanda; Director (Marketing), Shri Mukesh Choudhary; Director (Finance), Shri Mukesh Agrawal; Director (Technical), Shri Achyut Ghatak; and Chief Vigilance Officer, Shri Brajesh Kumar Tripathy were present in the meeting. CMDs of our subsidiary companies attended the meeting virtually.

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The Minister of Coal and Mines undertook an aerial survey and inspection of mining operations of Talcher Coalfields in Mahanadi Coalfields Limited in Odisha, which is the second biggest subsidiary of state-run company Coal India Limited (CIL) that contributes about 25 per cent to the total coal production of CIL.

The Union Minister for Coal and Mines Shri Pralhad Joshi undertaking an aerial survey and inspection of mining operations of Talcher Coalfields in MCL.

Paying tributes to the coal miners who laid down their lives in mine accidents, Shri Joshi said, “I announce enhancement in ex-gratia from Rs 5 lakh to Rs 15 lakh for the coal workers, both permanent as well as the contractors, in case of fatal mine accident.” Shri Joshi said that the Government of India is committed to uplift the standard of living of common man and is steadily working towards creating more jobs and entrepreneurship opportunities for the youth. He also announced that the Mahanadi Coalfields would offer employment to over 4000 land oustees by the financial year 2024-25.

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