Singrauli: Northern Coalfields Limited (NCL) has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the District Administration of Singrauli, Madhya Pradesh, to provide funding for the establishment of a Blood Bank at District Hospital Waidhan under its Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) initiative.
The MoU was signed on November 5, 2026, at the office of the District Collector, Singrauli. With an estimated project outlay of approximately ₹1.16 crore, the initiative aims to strengthen healthcare infrastructure and improve medical services for the people of Singrauli district.
NCL to Fund Equipment and Renovation of Blood Bank
Under the project, NCL will provide CSR funding for the procurement of essential equipment, furniture and other resources required to establish and operate the Blood Bank.
The initiative will also cover the refurbishment and improvement of the existing Blood Bank building at District Hospital Waidhan. These facilities are expected to support the effective functioning of the Blood Bank and strengthen healthcare delivery at the district-level hospital.
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NCL and Singrauli District Administration Sign MoU
The MoU was signed by Rajeev Ranjan, General Manager (CSR), Northern Coalfields Limited, and Dr. Kalpana Ravi, Civil Surgeon, District Hospital Singrauli.
The signing ceremony took place in the presence of Singrauli District Collector Ankit Asthana. Other officials from the District Administration and NCL were also present, including Abhishek Kumar and Ms. Parul Yadav, Managers (Community Development) at NCL.
Blood Bank Project to Strengthen Healthcare Services in Singrauli
The proposed Blood Bank is expected to improve blood collection, storage and availability at District Hospital Waidhan. It will help strengthen healthcare support for residents of Singrauli district, particularly by improving access to blood during medical emergencies.
Through this initiative, NCL aims to contribute to better healthcare infrastructure and support the delivery of essential medical services in its operational areas.
The project reflects the company’s continued commitment to community development through its CSR initiatives, which cover key areas such as healthcare, education and environmental protection, alongside its core coal production activities.
About Northern Coalfields Limited (NCL)
Northern Coalfields Limited (NCL) is a Miniratna company and a subsidiary of Coal India Limited, operating under the Ministry of Coal, Government of India. Headquartered in Singrauli, Madhya Pradesh, NCL is engaged in coal mining and contributes to meeting the country’s energy requirements. The company also undertakes CSR initiatives focused on healthcare, education, environmental sustainability and community welfare.
