New Delhi [India], April 19 (ANI): As part of its efforts to become the country’s first coal public sector undertaking (PSU) to adopt paste fill technology for coal mining operations, South Eastern Coalfields Limited (SECL) has taken an important stride forward.
SECL
) has entered into a Rs 7,040 crore pact with TMC Mineral Resources Private Limited on Friday.
As per an announcement made by the Ministry of Coal, this accord outlines the plan for extensive coal extraction utilizing paste fill technology at the Singhali underground coal mine situated in
SECL
‘s Korba area.
The document further stated that throughout a span of 25 years, the initiative is projected to yield around 8.4 million metric tons (84.5 lakh tons) of coal.
With a total investment of Rs7040 crore, the project is a major initiative to promote green mining technologies in India. It aims to enhance coal production while significantly reducing environmental impact.
Speaking on the occasion,
SECL
Managing Director Harish Duhan said, “I firmly believe that paste fill technology will not only secure the future of underground mining but also offer an innovative, eco-friendly solution. This project is a landmark step toward green mining and will shape the future of the coal industry in the years to come.”
The Singhali underground mine was approved in 1989 for a
production capacity
amounting to 0.24 million tonnes annually, began operations in 1993.
Currently, the mine holds 8.45 million tonnes of extractable G-7 grade non-coking coal reserves, according to the statement.
The Ministry of Coal pointed out that the Singhali mine utilized the Bord and Pillar technique, with Load Haul Dumpers (LHDs) and Universal Drilling Machines (UDMs) being used for underground activities. (ANI)
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