Union Minister of State for Coal and Mines, Government of India, Satish Chandra Dubey today undertook a one-day visit to South Eastern Coalfields Limited (SECL), during which he conducted a detailed review of the company’s operations and achievements. On the occasion, he also launched several important initiatives related to digital transformation and healthcare services.Upon his arrival at SECL Headquarters, the Hon’ble Minister first paid floral tribute at the Coal Miners’ Memorial located in the SECL Headquarters premises and saluted the invaluable contribution of coal workers towards nation building and ensuring the country’s energy security. Thereafter, while chairing the review meeting held at SECL Headquarters, the Hon’ble Minister reviewed coal production, dispatch, quality management, safety, coal gasification, mine closure, environmental initiatives, digitisation, CSR activities and future action plans. SECL Chairman-cum-Managing Director Harish Duhan, functional directors, CVO, Heads of Departments, senior ministry officials and officers and employees of SECL were present during the meeting.

The Hon’ble Minister emphasised promoting safe and sustainable mining practices, enhancing operational efficiency and increasing the use of modern technologies. He stated that SECL is playing a significant role in strengthening the nation’s energy security and appreciated the company’s efforts in the areas of production, quality, safety and environmental responsibility. He further stated that through CSR initiatives, priority should be given to ensuring that the benefits of development and welfare schemes reach the last person in the coalfield regions.

On the occasion, SECL CMD Shri Harish Duhan informed that during the ongoing financial year 2026-27, SECL has made the highest contribution of 26.86 million tonnes towards Coal India’s production milestone of 100 million tonnes achieved so far. He reiterated SECL’s commitment towards fulfilling the nation’s energy requirements under the guidance of the Ministry of Coal.

During the review meeting, the Hon’ble Minister launched the e-DADAS (Design and Drawings Approval in SECL) Portal and the Hospital Management and Information System (HMIS) Portal. These initiatives are considered significant steps towards strengthening digital transformation, operational efficiency and transparency in SECL.

Through the e-DADAS portal, the process of online examination, monitoring and approval of engineering designs and drawings related to FMC systems, CHP-Silos, railway sidings, in-pit conveyor systems and other infrastructure projects will be digitalised. This will help ensure transparency, time-bound execution and greater efficiency in project implementation.

Similarly, the HMIS portal will facilitate digitisation of healthcare services in SECL hospitals through systematic management of patient records, faster medical services and improved healthcare monitoring.

During the visit, the Hon’ble Minister also inaugurated a state-of-the-art 5-Part Hematology Analyzer Unit installed at the Indira Vihar Health Centre in Bilaspur. The machine will ensure more accurate detection of infections and various diseases through 5-part differential testing of white blood cells.

Equipped with an automated testing system, the advanced machine will help provide faster, accurate and error-free reports, thereby significantly enhancing the speed and efficiency of hospital and laboratory services. Following the inauguration, the Hon’ble Minister visited the health centre, reviewed various healthcare facilities and services, and appreciated the efforts being made to provide quality healthcare services.