PM Modi to Inaugurate SECL's Green Coal Evacuation Projects in Chhattisgarh

By siliconindia  |  Friday, 23 February 2024, 02:06:19 PM IST

PM Modi to Inaugurate SECL's Green Coal Evacuation Projects in Chhattisgarh
Prime Minister Narendra Modi is set to virtually inaugurate three crucial first-mile connectivity projects in Chhattisgarh, executed by South Eastern Coalfields Limited (SECL), a subsidiary of Coal India, on February 24. Valued at over Rs 600 crore, these projects represent a significant stride towards expedited, eco-friendly, and efficient mechanized coal evacuation.
The highlight among the projects is SECL's OCP Coal Handling Plant in Dipka, constructed at a cost exceeding Rs 211 crore. With an annual coal handling capacity of 25 MT, the project features an overground bunker with a capacity of 20,000 tons and a 2.1 km long conveyor belt, enabling the rapid loading of 4,500 to 8,500 tons of coal per hour. The initiative aims to ensure eco-friendly transportation by minimizing road-based coal movement, reducing carbon emissions, and enhancing operational efficiency.
Another notable project is the Chhal OCP Coal Handling Plant in SECL’s Raigarh Area, built at a cost of over Rs 173 crores. With an annual coal handling capacity of 6 MT, it includes an overground bunker, a 1.7 km conveyor belt, and a Silo with a capacity of 3,000 tons.
Additionally, the Baroud OCP Coal Handling Plant at SECL Raigarh Area, designed to handle 10 MT of coal annually, has been completed at a cost of 216 crores. Equipped with an overground bunker capacity of 20,000 tons and a 1.7 km conveyor belt, the project features a rapid loading system capable of loading 5000-7500 tons of coal per hour, streamlining the loading process and contributing to operational efficiency.
Aligned with the PM GatiShakti National Master Plan, these projects provide multi-modal connectivity, enhancing coal infrastructure and playing a pivotal role in socio-economic development by generating local employment opportunities and ensuring efficient energy supply. The First Mile Connectivity projects reduce reliance on coal transportation via roads, minimizing traffic congestion, road accidents, and environmental impact.

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