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Two SECL Mines Honoured at Star Rating Awards 2025 for Excellence in Mining Practices

Khairaha UG Mine earns 5-Star Achiever Award, Bangwar UG Mine secures Third Prize as SECL’s commitment to green and safe mining is recognized
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New Delhi: Two mines of South Eastern Coalfields Limited (SECL) were felicitated at the Star Rating Awards Ceremony held in Mumbai, recognizing outstanding performance in safety, sustainability, and worker welfare for the year 2023-24. The awards were presented by Hon’ble Union Minister of Coal & Mines, Mr. G. Kishan Reddy, and Hon’ble Minister of State for Coal & Mines, Mr. Satish Chandra Dubey.

Award Winners

  • Khairaha UG Mine – Conferred with the 5-Star Achiever Award, the highest accolade for the year.
  • Bangwar UG Mine – Awarded Third Prize in the underground category.

Both mines are part of SECL’s Sohagpur Area, Madhya Pradesh.

Event Dignitaries

The ceremony was attended by senior officials, including Coal Secretary Mr. Vikram Dev Dutt and Additional Secretary Smt. Rupinder Brar. On behalf of SECL, the awards were received by:

  • Mr. Harish Duhan, Chairman-cum-Managing Director
  • Mr. N. Franklin Jayakumar, Director (Technical/Operations)
  • Mr. Sanjay Singh, Sub-Area Manager (Bangwar, Amlai & Damini)
  • Mr. B. Hari Babu, Sub-Area Manager (Khairha & Rajendra)

About the Star Rating System

Initiated by the Ministry of Coal, the Star Rating system aims to promote green, safe, and sustainable mining practices through technology adoption. The Coal Controller’s Organization evaluates coal and lignite mines across India based on:

  • Compliance with safety standards
  • Environmental care
  • Resettlement and rehabilitation of project-affected families
  • Welfare of workers

The awards reflect SECL’s commitment to excellence in mining operations, prioritizing sustainability, worker welfare, and adherence to regulatory standards.

About SECL

South Eastern Coalfields Limited (SECL), headquartered in Bilaspur, Chhattisgarh, is the largest subsidiary of Coal India Limited. SECL operates some of the country’s biggest coal mines, contributing significantly to India’s energy security. With a strong focus on sustainable mining practices, advanced technology, and efficient logistics, SECL continues to strengthen coal supply for India’s power sector.

Read also: SECL Coal Dispatch Hits 1401 Rakes in August 2025, Marking Strong 34.45% Yearly Growth


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