Shri Satish Chandra Dubey Chairperson of Coal and Minerals Divisions Highlights CMPDI Performance at Review Meeting
Introduction: In a fitting tribute to the vital role of CMPDI in coal production, Shri. Satish Chandra Dubey, the Minister of State for Coal and Mines, held an intimate meeting at Ranchi to review CMPDI’s performance in various critical areas of operations. The meeting was attended by prominent executives including Shri. Manoj Kumar ( CMD), Shri. Shankar Nagachari (Director, Tech./CRD), Shri. Ajay Kumar (Director, Tech./P&D/RD&T), and other senior officials.
The review met with a mixed reaction, but the key points stood out to highlight CMPDI’s strengths:
- CMPDI’s Areas of Focus: CMPDI excelled in several critical areas:
- Exploration & Development: Demonstrated commitment to discovering potential resources for coal production.
- Report Preparation: A comprehensive and timely report was produced, showcasing the organization’s organizational capabilities.
- Capital Expenditure (Capex): CMPDI allocated significant funds to modernize infrastructure and improve operational efficiency.
- Research and Development (R&D): Invested heavily in exploring new technologies for coal washing processes.
- Solar Projects: Initially launched but saw a rebound post-pandemic, aiming to diversify energy sources.
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Targets for 2025-26: CMPDI was projected to meet or exceed key targets in several projects.
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Shri. Satish Chandra Dubey’s Reflections:
- Shri. Dubey emphasized the importance of introducing new technologies, particularly solar energy, into coal washing processes for environmental sustainability.
- He highlighted the growing need for exploration of critical minerals and the increasing adoption of renewable energy in CIL’s operations.
Conclusion: The meeting underscored CMPDI’s pivotal role in driving coal production and ensuring energy security. Shri. Dubey’s remarks focused on forward-looking initiatives, underscoring CMPDI’s potential to lead the industry.