SECL Approves Rs 170 Crore for CSR Initiatives
South Eastern Coalfields Ltd. (SECL), one of the leading subsidiaries of Coal India, has earmarked Rs 170 crore for an extensive array of Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) initiatives in the fiscal year 2024-25. These projects, which are slated for completion over the next two to three years, align with SECL’s commitment to fostering sustainable community development in the regions it operates.
One of the flagship projects of SECL is a significant Rs 48.19 crore Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the National Institute of Technology, Raipur, to construct a 500-bed ‘SECL Girls’ Hostel.’ This project will be fully funded by SECL, reinforcing the company’s commitment to supporting higher education for women in the region. The hostel will provide essential accommodation for female students, helping them pursue academic excellence in a safe and supportive environment.
In addition to this, SECL is making strides in enhancing educational infrastructure through its ‘Digi Vidya’ programme. The Rs 13.73 crore initiative, a result of a tripartite MoU signed between SECL, the Anuppur District Administration, and EdCIL India, aims to revolutionise learning in Anuppur, Madhya Pradesh. Under this programme, 84 government schools will be equipped with 265 smart classroom solutions and 84 science labs, empowering students and teachers with modern technology and resources.
SECL is also investing heavily in healthcare, with an allocation of Rs 28.08 crore for the procurement of a state-of-the-art 3.0 Tesla MRI machine for the Late Bisahu Das Mahant Memorial Medical College, Korba. This move aims to bolster the region’s healthcare infrastructure, offering advanced diagnostic capabilities to local communities.
Furthermore, SECL is addressing malnutrition and public health concerns in Vidisha District, Madhya Pradesh, with a Rs 30.92 crore initiative focused on combating malnutrition, stunting, and screening for conditions such as anemia and sickle cell anemia.
In partnership with the National Skill Development Corporation (NSDC), SECL has also announced the establishment of a Multi-Skill Development Institute (MSDI), investing Rs 6.87 crore to train 1,260 youth in SECL operational areas. This initiative aims to equip young individuals with market-relevant skills, boosting employability and contributing to socio-economic upliftment.
These initiatives underscore SECL’s commitment to holistic community development, with a focus on education, healthcare, and skill development, aiming to uplift underprivileged sections of society and ensure long-term sustainability.
