Coal Ministry & PSUs dispose of 10266 MT scrap worth Rs 70 cr

This was done under Special Campaign 2.0 launched by the Centre for disposal of pendencies, cleanliness, disposal of scrap and improving overall functioning in workplace, Innovative initiatives included transforming the Scrap Yard in Kothagudem Area, SCCL, Hyderabad, into productive Crop Land, contributing to sustainable land use, said the ministry.

A "Kachra Udyan" or Waste Garden was created at Central Coalfield Limited (CCL), from scrap, disposed items, tires, pipes, and carts was widely applauded.

This initiative is a pilot project slated for expansion at proposed Eco-parks and other coal company premises, showcasing a strong commitment to the 3R (Reduce-Reuse-Recycle) concept and sustainable waste management.

Follow-up action under the campaign during the period Nov, 2022 to Aug, 2023

Under the Follow-up Action of Special Campaign 2.0 during the period Nov, 2022 to Aug, 2023, Ministry of Coal and it's PSU's constructed "Recharge Wells" for rainwater harvesting, contributing to water conservation efforts.

An area of 6,929,401 square feet of space was cleaned and over 10,266 metric tons of scrap was disposed resulting in revenue generation of Rs 70 crores.

Extensive awareness campaigns for cleanliness, including banners, message displays, Nukkad Nataks (street plays), seminars, and counselling sessions.

Further, approximately 108,900 sq. ft. of land near Thai Moogambigai Temple, Block-8 was cleared of dense vegetation and repurposed for mass tree plantation and Green Belt Development.

Freed spaces were put to use for multiple purposes, including parking, record rooms, sitting areas, construction of toilets, gardening, plantation, and expanding mine projects