https://indianmasterminds.com

ADVERTISEMENT
ADVERTISEMENT

Manoj Kumar Agrawal Set to Become Next CMD of Bharat Coking Coal Limited (BCCL) – Know More About Him

Recommended by PESB After Interviewing 11 Candidates
Indian Masterminds Stories

New Delhi: In a big move, Manoj Kumar Agrawal has been recommended to take over as the next Chairman and Managing Director (CMD) of Bharat Coking Coal Limited (BCCL), a Public Sector Undertaking (PSU) under the Ministry of Coal. The Public Enterprises Selection Board (PESB) made the announcement following a selection meeting held on June 12, 2025.

Mr Agrawal is currently serving as Director (Technical, P&P) at BCCL and has been instrumental in leading key operational and technical functions in the organisation.

Selected from a Pool of 11 Industry Experts
Mr Agrawal was chosen from a competitive pool of 11 candidates representing major organisations such as South Eastern Coalfields Limited (SECL), Central Coalfields Limited (CCL), Indian Railways, Eastern Coalfields Limited (ECL), Western Coalfields Limited (WCL), Hindustan Organic Chemicals Limited (HOCL), and Engineering Projects (India) Limited.

The PESB panel shortlisted Agrawal based on his deep sectoral experience, leadership abilities, and technical acumen.

Read Also: Coal India (CIL) Launches New RE Subsidiary for Solar, Wind Projects in Rajasthan – CIL Rajasthan Akshay Urja Ltd Incorporated

Professional Journey and Educational Background
Mr Agrawal began his career in the coal sector after earning a Bachelor’s degree in Mining Engineering from the Indian School of Mines (ISM) and later completed an Executive MBA from IIM Ranchi. He also holds a First-Class Manager’s Certificate of Competency, allowing him to manage coal mines independently.

Before joining BCCL, he held key positions at Central Coalfields Limited (CCL) and Northern Coalfields Limited (NCL), gaining vast experience across mining operations and project execution.

Key Responsibilities at BCCL
In his current role, Agrawal oversees multiple strategic departments including-

  • Planning & Projects
  • Engineering & Technology (E&T) and IT
  • Safety and Rescue Operations
  • Geology, Drilling, and Quality Control
  • Environment, Civil Engineering, and Industrial Engineering

He also manages the operational functions of Barora, Block-II, Govindpur, Sijua, Katras, and CV Areas – key zones within BCCL’s coal mining landscape.

Next Steps
His recommendation by PESB will now move to the Appointments Committee of the Cabinet (ACC) for final approval.

About BCCL
Bharat Coking Coal Limited (BCCL) is a Public Sector Undertaking (PSU) under Coal India Limited. Established in 1972, BCCL’s primary function is mining and supplying coking coal, a crucial resource for the steel industry. It operates mines in the Jharia and Raniganj Coalfields, contributing significantly to India’s steel sector by meeting almost 50% of the total prime coking coal requirement


Indian Masterminds Stories
ADVERTISEMENT
ADVERTISEMENT
Related Stories
ADVERTISEMENT
ADVERTISEMENT
NEWS
Anukriti Sharma IPS resized
IPS Anukriti Sharma Lights Up Lives: Sambhal Police’s Heartwarming Diwali Mission Wins the Internet
PESB
PESB Opens Applications for Director Posts in NHPC and CONCOR; Apply by November 11
CBI
2 IPS Officers Appointed as SPs in CBI on 5-Year Central Deputation – Know Their Profiles
WhatsApp Image 2025-10-21 at 2.07
Govardhan Puja: CM Mohan Yadav Performs Puja at Tilkeshwar Temple, Reiterates Commitment to Farmers & Cow Welfare
Pushkar Singh Dhami Cow
Govardhan Puja in Uttarakhand: CM Pushkar Singh Dhami Highlights Cow Conservation as Key to Culture and Self-Reliance
Gujarat News
From Temple to Policy: Gujarat CM’s New Year Message Blends Tradition with Self-Reliant Growth
Vishnu Deo Sai CM
Chhattisgarh Lights Up with Development: CM Vishnu Deo Sai Celebrates Diwali at Gurudham, Announces Rs. 1.58 Crore Revamp Plan
Lucknow parks development
Lucknow’s Green Makeover: LDA to Revamp 50 Parks with Rs. 150 Crore Urban Eco-Development Plan
ADVERTISEMENT
ADVERTISEMENT
Videos
WhatsApp Image 2025-10-19 at 12.23
UPSC Journey Should Be Enjoyable, Not Cumbersome
WhatsApp Image 2025-10-16 at 15.16
The Many Facets of Former IRS Officer and Author, Giselle Mehta | Video Interview
IDES Saquib Alam
Beyond IAS and IPS: The Inspiring Work of an IDES officer | Video Interview 
ADVERTISEMENT
UPSC Stories
IAS Rupal Rana UPSC
How Rupal Rana Cracked UPSC CSE 2023 with AIR 26 After Four Attempts
UPSC Topper Rupal Rana secured AIR 26 in 2023 after four attempts. Learn her preparation strategy, booklist,...
Ankita Parashar RAS 2023
4 Attempts, 1 Dream, 0 Excuses: Meet RAS Topper Ankita Parashar, Who Fulfilled a Daughter’s Promise & Secured Rank 2 | Exclusive Interview
Ankita Parashar, a teacher-turned-officer from Pushkar, fulfilled her late father’s dream by securing...
Kushal Chaudhary RAS
From Lab Assistant’s Grit to Rajasthan Topper: How Kushal Chaudhary Topped RAS 2023 with Self-Study | Preparation, Strategy & Interview
Kushal Chaudhary, a farmer’s son and lab assistant from Ajmer, topped RAS 2023 through self-study, overcoming...
Social Media
IFS Parveen Kaswan
Heartbreak by the River: 15-Day-Old Elephant Calf Rejected by Mother, Rescued by IFS Parveen Kaswan and His Team
Jaldapra, West Bengal: In a moving incident that tugs at the heart, a 15-day-old elephant calf was rescued...
Ashwini Bhide IAS and Anand Mahindra
Who Is IAS Ashwini Bhide, Hailed as a Role Model for Mumbai Metro Transformation by Anand Mahindra?
From heritage to high-tech: Bhide’s leadership in Metro Line 3 earns public praise and admiration
World Rhino Day India
On World Rhino Day, IFS Officer Parveen Kaswan Shares Rare Insights - India Now Hosts 80% of the World’s One-Horned Rhinos
September 22 Marks Global Call for Rhino Conservation; India Holds 80% of World’s Greater One-Horned...
ADVERTISEMENT
ADVERTISEMENT
ADVERTISEMENT
Latest
Anukriti Sharma IPS resized
IPS Anukriti Sharma Lights Up Lives: Sambhal Police’s Heartwarming Diwali Mission Wins the Internet
PESB
PESB Opens Applications for Director Posts in NHPC and CONCOR; Apply by November 11
ADVERTISEMENT
ADVERTISEMENT
ADVERTISEMENT
ADVERTISEMENT
ADVERTISEMENT
ADVERTISEMENT
ADVERTISEMENT
Videos
WhatsApp Image 2025-10-19 at 12.23
WhatsApp Image 2025-10-16 at 15.16
IDES Saquib Alam
ADVERTISEMENT
ADVERTISEMENT