The PESB panel has recommended the name of Nirmal Kumar Singh for the post of Director (Finance) of Mahanadi Coalfields Limited (MCL)

Nirmal Kumar Singh going to head finance vertical of Mahanadi Coalfields Limited (MCL), a PSU under the Ministry of Coal. He has been recommended MCL’s Director (Finance) post by the Public Enterprises Selection Board (PESB) panel on Wednesday. Presently, he is serving as Chief General Manager at Steel Authority of India Limited (SAIL).

The initiative aimed to streamline understanding of the upcoming statutory changes and ensure seamless, full compliance across all operations.

The session was led by senior ministry officials, including Sh. P.S. Karmase, Deputy Chief Labour Commissioner (Central), and Sh. S.K. Sahu, Deputy Chief Labour Commissioner (Central). They provided key insights into the operational and legal nuances of the reformed codes.

Reflecting the administrative importance of the transition, the programme drew over 250 participants. The attendees included DMRC Heads of Departments, senior officials, and key contractor representatives, ensuring that both internal management and external partners are aligned with the new regulatory standards.

The team was briefed about the various exhibits and displays at the museum by DMRC’s Principal Executive Director, Sh. Anuj Dayal. Sh. Goel appreciated DMRC for curating such a modern and world-class museum.

To acknowledge the dedicated efforts that led to DMRC’s three metro stations getting recognition by the Bureau of Energy Efficiency (BEE). Dr. Vikas Kumar, Managing Director, DMRC felicitated the station teams by presenting them with a ‘Certificate of Achievement’. In addition, several employees were honoured with ‘Energy Conservation Excellence Awards’ for achieving significant energy savings through efficient operation and maintenance of systems. This recognition is intended to motivate employees across the network to further enhance performance and adopt innovative energy-saving practices.

Solar developers associated with Delhi Metro Rail Corporation (DMRC) for nearly a decade, were also felicitated for their exemplary collaborative efforts to maximise solar power generation and advance DMRC’s commitment to a greener and more sustainable future. M/s Purshotam Rays Power Pvt. Ltd. & Purshotam Green Pvt. Ltd. secured the First Prize for achieving a 19.7% increase in Capacity Utilisation Factor (CUF) compared to the previous year, while M/s Azure Power Saturn Pvt. Ltd. secured the Second Prize for recording a 12.12% improvement in CUF over the same period. This was achieved through a joint initiative ‘SAHYOG’, launched by DMRC with 14 Solar developers, to check the health of plant and maximise solar generation.

DMRC continues to set benchmarks in sustainable urban mobility by integrating energy-efficient technologies, renewable energy solutions, and employee-driven conservation initiatives, reinforcing its role as a leader in sustainable mass transit.

The recognition was earned due to the station’s consistent reduction in electrical energy consumption and Energy Performance Index (EPI) over the past three financial years, achieved through regular energy monitoring and targeted conservation measures. Key initiatives include retrofitting conventional tube lights with energy-efficient LED fixtures and the installation of a 150 kWp rooftop solar plant, which meets nearly 49 per cent of the station’s total energy requirement. Additionally, the station holds a “Platinum” rating from the Indian Green Building Council (IGBC), underscoring DMRC’s continued commitment to energy efficiency, renewable energy adoption, and sustainable urban mobility.