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SECL Organises Mine Safety and Mind Safety Programme in Bilaspur

Newsmantra — Wed, 29 Jul 2026 11:58:41 +0000

BILASPUR. South Eastern Coalfields Limited organised an inspiring programme on the theme Mine Safety and Mind Safety – Safe Mind, Safe Mine at its headquarters in Bilaspur. Held under the National Campaign on Environmental Protection and Disaster Management, the event marked the formal launch of the SECL Inner Excellence Series. Jointly organized with the Scientists, Engineers & Architects (SEA) Wing of the Brahma Kumaris, the initiative aims to promote mental empowerment, personality development, and an integrated safety culture among employees.

Delivering the keynote address, BK Piyush Bhai, National Coordinator of the SEA Wing, emphasised that mind safety is the strongest foundation of mine safety. He highlighted that true operational safety depends not only on modern technology and machinery, but on the balanced and positive mindset of every employee. He cited positive thinking, focus on the present, complete dedication, and regular meditation as key pillars for a safe and productive work culture.

Chief Guest Shri Harish Duhan, Chairman-cum-Managing Director of SECL, encouraged employees to continuously improve themselves and contribute their very best to nation-building. He emphasized that mental well-being and operational safety go hand in hand, fostering a secure and efficient environment across all mining operations. The event was attended by Director (Technical/Operations) Shri N. Franklin Jayakumar, Chief Vigilance Officer Shri Himanshu Jain, Director (Technical/Planning & Projects) Shri Ramesh Chandra Mohapatra, BK Manju Didi, alongside senior officials and employees from across SECL Headquarters and operational areas.

NTPC mines bag 5-star ratings; Pakri-Barwadih retains no. 1 spot

Newsmantra — Tue, 14 Jul 2026 06:21:47 +0000

Hazaribag: NTPC Mining Ltd (NML) achieved a key mine-safety milestone, with three open-cast coal mines earning 5-star ratings in the Star Rating of Coal Mines 2024-25, conducted by the office of the coal controller under the Union ministry of coal. Pakri-Barwadih coal mine in Barkagaon, Hazaribag, retained country’s no. 1 position for the second consecutive year,1 position for the second consecutive year, reaffirming its leadership in safe and sustainable mining. Dulanga mine in Odisha ranked fifth and Talaipalli mine in Chhattisgarh eighth among 5-star-rated rated mines nationwide

Shri G. Kishan Reddy Commends MCL’s Female Rescue Team

Newsmantra — Fri, 05 Jun 2026 05:59:52 +0000

SAMBALPUR. The Union Minister of Coal and Mines, Shri G. Kishan Reddy, interacted with the pathbreaking Female Rescue Team of Mahanadi Coalfields Limited (MCL) during his one-day visit to Bhubaneswar, Odisha. He lauded their courage and professionalism, encouraging them to set new benchmarks in mine safety. During the visit, the Minister will also chair critical review meetings to assess the progress of the coal and mining sectors, focusing on strategic growth and development with key stakeholders.

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