Korba - newsmantra.in l Latest news on Politics, World, Bollywood, Sports, Delhi, Jammu & Kashmir, Trending news | News Mantra

SECL Launches Coal India’s First All-Women-Operated Central Store Unit in Korba, Pioneering Gender Inclusion in Mining Operations

Newsmantra — Tue, 07 Oct 2025 12:40:14 +0000

Korba. In a landmark step towards advancing gender inclusion and empowerment in the mining sector, South Eastern Coalfields Limited (SECL), a subsidiary of Coal India Limited (CIL), has inaugurated the company’s first fully women-operated Central Store Unit at its workshop in Korba.

The initiative, launched under the Government of India’s Special Campaign 5.0, follows the successful establishment of Coal India’s first all-women-operated dispensary at Vasant Vihar, Bilaspur, earlier this year. Together, these milestones reaffirm SECL’s steadfast commitment to the vision of “Nari Shakti se Rashtra Shakti”, emphasizing women’s leadership in core industrial and technical roles.

The new Central Store Unit will oversee the supply, storage, and management of spare parts and inventory for the company’s operations. The unit is managed entirely by a team of eight women officers and staff, led by Ms. Sapna Ikka, Senior Manager (E&M) and alumna of IIT (ISM) Dhanbad.

To ensure seamless operations, the facility integrates a modern SAP-based digital inventory management system, promoting efficiency, transparency, and alignment with SECL’s ongoing digital transformation initiatives.

Speaking on the occasion, a SECL spokesperson said,“This initiative symbolizes SECL’s continued drive to create inclusive and equitable work environments. By bringing women into operational and technical domains, we aim to redefine workplace diversity across the coal sector.”

This milestone not only marks a significant achievement for SECL and Coal India Limited but also sets a benchmark for other Public Sector Undertakings (PSUs) and industries to emulate. By opening new avenues for women professionals in traditionally male-dominated fields, SECL continues to champion the cause of inclusive growth, innovation, and empowerment within India’s energy sector.

The post SECL Launches Coal India’s First All-Women-Operated Central Store Unit in Korba, Pioneering Gender Inclusion in Mining Operations appeared first on newsmantra.in l Latest news on Politics, World, Bollywood, Sports, Delhi, Jammu & Kashmir, Trending news | News Mantra.

SECL to spent over 169 Cr in Chattisgarh and Madhya Pradesh on Plantation drive.

Newsmantra — Mon, 24 Jul 2023 06:40:48 +0000

SECL signs MoU with Chhattisgarh Rajya Van Vikas Nigam and Madhya Pradesh Rajya Van Vikas Nigam for Plantation for 5 years. The MoU was signed between SECL and Chhattisgarh Rajya Van Vikas Nigam (CGRVVN) Ltd. and Madhya Pradesh Rajya Van Vikas Nigam (MPRVVN) on 20.07.2023 for carrying out plantation work in the states of Chhattisgarh and Madhya Pradesh for a period of 5 years from 2023-24 to 2027-28 (planting years) with its subsequent maintenance of 4 years for each consecutive year of plantation.

The total value of MoU for plantation work in Chhattisgarh is Rs. 131.52 crore (excluding escalation) and the same for Madhya Pradesh stands at Rs. 38.11 crore.

On this occasion on behalf of SECL Shi. B.K. Jena GM(Min.)/HoD(E&F) and from (CGRVVN) Divisional Managers of Industrial Plantation Division Korba, Raigarh & Sarguja signed the MoU and on behalf of MPRVVN Ltd., Shri Veni Prasad Dotania (I.F.S.), Divisional Manager of Umaria Project Division signed the MoU.

The post SECL to spent over 169 Cr in Chattisgarh and Madhya Pradesh on Plantation drive. appeared first on newsmantra.in l Latest news on Politics, World, Bollywood, Sports, Delhi, Jammu & Kashmir, Trending news | News Mantra.

SECL installed smart-classes in about 700 Govt schools of Chhattisgarh

Newsmantra — Mon, 24 Jul 2023 06:14:09 +0000

SECL have made 696 smart classes in schools of Korba, Raigad ,Dharamjaigarh and Kharsia area, . Company has spend over Rs 16 crore to develop the facilities. Smart classes are allowing children to enjoy studying, they are becoming more eager to learn.

The post SECL installed smart-classes in about 700 Govt schools of Chhattisgarh appeared first on newsmantra.in l Latest news on Politics, World, Bollywood, Sports, Delhi, Jammu & Kashmir, Trending news | News Mantra.

SECL to turn old mine in Chhattisgarh into tourism hub

Newsmantra — Tue, 11 Jul 2023 05:12:52 +0000

The South Eastern Coalfields Limited (SECL) will develop the now closed opencast Manikpur Pokhari mine in Korba district of Chhattisgarh as an eco-tourism destination.

The post SECL to turn old mine in Chhattisgarh into tourism hub appeared first on newsmantra.in l Latest news on Politics, World, Bollywood, Sports, Delhi, Jammu & Kashmir, Trending news | News Mantra.