Kolkata: Coal India Limited (CIL), in collaboration with the Indian Institute of Corporate Affairs (IICA), has organised a two-day capacity-building programme on the Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) framework for companies operating in the coal sector. The programme was held at Coal India’s corporate office in Kolkata.
The initiative aims to strengthen the implementation of CSR activities in coal-bearing regions and improve the well-being of communities living in areas connected with coal mining and related operations. It focuses on equipping coal sector companies with the knowledge and skills required to translate their CSR commitments into meaningful outcomes at the community level.
Coal India Focuses on Strengthening CSR Implementation
The programme highlighted the importance of effective CSR planning and implementation in areas surrounding coal mining operations. It also emphasised the need to align industrial activities with the developmental aspirations and well-being of local communities.
Coal India’s General Manager (CSR) delivered the keynote address, highlighting the role of CSR initiatives in supporting community development in coal-bearing regions.
Gayatri Subramaniam, a CSR and sustainability specialist, and Garima Dadhich, Head of the School of Business Environment at IICA, also shared their insights during the programme. Their contributions focused on strengthening understanding of the CSR framework and improving the effectiveness of social development initiatives.
Officials Discuss Ways to Improve CSR Outcomes
Senior officials from the Ministry of Coal, Coal India’s corporate office, subsidiary companies and other coal sector companies participated in the two-day programme.
The platform provided an opportunity for participants to exchange experiences, discuss challenges and explore ways to improve the effectiveness of CSR initiatives. The discussions focused on building institutional capacity and developing practical approaches to ensure that CSR commitments deliver measurable benefits to communities.
The programme also underlined the importance of balancing operational responsibilities with the social and developmental needs of people living in and around coal mining areas.
Through this initiative, Coal India and IICA seek to encourage stronger CSR practices across the coal sector and support more effective community-focused development in coal-bearing regions.
About Coal India Limited
Coal India Limited (CIL) is a Maharatna public sector undertaking under the Ministry of Coal, Government of India. It is one of the world’s largest coal-producing companies and operates through several subsidiaries across the country. The company plays a significant role in meeting India’s coal requirements and supporting the country’s energy sector.
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