India, Aug. 7 -- The Government of India has issued a release:
South Eastern Coalfields Limited (SECL) has emerged as India's leader in scientific mine closure, having successfully completed the scientific closure of 28 abandoned mines, the highest among Coal India subsidiaries. The company accounts for 67 per cent of all abandoned mines scientifically closed in the country, while 25 mines were scientifically closed during FY 2025-26, the highest achieved by any organisation in India in a single year.
At SECL, mine closure is regarded as an integral stage of the mining lifecycle rather than the conclusion of mining activity. Once coal extraction is complete, the focus shifts to securing the site, restoring the landscape and preparing the ...