The high-level meeting was attended by key dignitaries including Shri Vikas Sheel (Chief Secretary, Chhattisgarh), Shri Subodh Kumar Singh (Principal Secretary, Chhattisgarh), Shri Sanoj Kumar Jha (Additional Secretary, Ministry of Coal), Shri B. Sairam (Chairman), and Shri Harish Duhan (CMD, SECL), along with senior officials from both the central ministry and state government. The discussions highlighted the critical role of Coal India subsidiary South Eastern Coalfields Limited (SECL), which operates extensively within the state and drives regional socio-economic growth through key assets such as the Gevra Open Cast Mine—the largest coal mining facility in Asia.

Dr. Panda also reviewed the progress of the Rowghat Mines and interacted with senior plant officials on operational priorities. He inaugurated the Central Induction Programme for newly inducted SAIL Management Trainees, marking their formal entry into the organisation. The CMD further inaugurated Project Vihaan, SAIL’s ERP modernisation initiative aimed at strengthening digital systems and improving organisational efficiency. The visit underscored SAIL’s focus on expansion, technology-led modernisation, employee development and strengthening coordination with the State Government for future growth.