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Satish Kumar Appointed Coal Controller in Ministry of Coal

Newsmantra — Fri, 31 Jul 2026 11:02:42 +0000

New Delhi: The Ministry of Coal has appointed Shri Satish Kumar, an Indian Railway Service of Electrical Engineers (IRSEE) officer, as Coal Controller in the Office of the Coal Controller. Currently serving as Director in the Ministry of Power on deputation, he will hold the Joint Secretary-level post on deputation up to June 10, 2029.

Beyond Coal: WCL Elite Rescue Team Executes High-Risk Recovery Mission in Sikkim

Newsmantra — Wed, 29 Jul 2026 12:02:25 +0000

NAGPUR. In a courageous demonstration of duty and human resilience, the Mines Rescue Team of Western Coalfields Limited (WCL) spent nearly 72 hours inside the hazardous, oxygen-deficient NHPC Teesta Stage-VI Tunnel in Sikkim. Navigating extreme atmospheric conditions and perilous underground terrain following a toxic methane explosion, the specialist unit led by Shri Dinesh Bisen, General Manager (Safety), successfully recovered the bodies of 25 trapped workers. This high-stakes mission underscores a transformative evolution under Shri Bisen’s leadership, as WCL’s Mines Rescue Team has grown from a standard support unit into an elite force capable of deploying specialized capability-building long before a national crisis unfolds.

For young mining professionals across India, this selfless operation serves as a profound reminder that the mining sector extends beyond coal production to the protection of human life. While modern technology and rigorous training lay the groundwork for high-risk interventions, it is ultimately character, resolve, and selfless teamwork that deliver under severe pressure. The extraordinary bravery displayed by the WCL rescue team in Sikkim stands as a moment of immense national pride and reinforces the core values of Coal India’s dedicated workforce.

PESB picks Smt. Rekha Pandey for the position of Director (Personnel) of Mahanadi Coalfields Limited

Newsmantra — Wed, 15 Jul 2026 06:20:04 +0000

NEW DELHI. Smt. Rekha Pandey, who is currently serving as the General Manager (HR/CSR) at Coal India Limited (CIL), emerged as the top choice after a competitive interview process. The selection panel evaluated 11 high-profile professionals from top public sector undertakings.

Shri Biranchi Das Given Additional Charge as Director (HR) of MCL

Newsmantra — Tue, 30 Jun 2026 09:59:18 +0000

SAMBALPUR. Shri Biranchi Das, Director (Human Resources) of South Eastern Coalfields Limited (SECL), has been entrusted with the additional charge of Director (Human Resources) at Mahanadi Coalfields Limited (MCL) by the Ministry of Coal, Government of India. The additional responsibility will take effect from July 1, 2026, and will remain in force for six months or until the appointment of a regular Director (HR) at MCL, or until further orders, whichever is earlier. Biranchi Das, who assumed charge as Director (HR) at SECL on March 20, 2024, brings nearly three decades of experience in human resource management, with expertise in industrial relations, employee welfare and corporate social responsibility, and has led several impactful HR initiatives during his tenure at SECL.

SECL Signs Strategic MoU With CWC to Strengthen Coal Logistics Infrastructure

Newsmantra — Fri, 29 May 2026 10:06:58 +0000

BILASPUR. South Eastern Coalfields Limited (SECL) has signed a strategic Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Central Warehousing Corporation (CWC) to strengthen coal logistics and rail transportation infrastructure across the country. The MoU was signed in New Delhi in the presence of Shri Harish Duhan, Chairman-cum-Managing Director of SECL, and Shri Santosh Sinha, Managing Director of CWC. The initiative marks a major step towards enhancing coal evacuation capacity and improving logistics efficiency under the guidance of the Ministry of Coal.

The collaboration aims to ensure uninterrupted coal supply to key sectors including power, steel, cement, and other core industries that are critical to the nation’s economy. Senior SECL officials present during the signing ceremony included Shri N. Franklin Jayakumar, Director (Technical/Operations), Shri Darla Sunil Kumar, Director (Finance), Shri R. C. Mahapatra, Director (Technical/P&P), Shri Ashok Kumar Patnaik, General Manager (Siding), and Shri Ajit Chaudhary, General Manager (M&S) and Head of Department. The partnership is expected to significantly improve operational efficiency and strengthen India’s energy supply chain.