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Fresh questions have emerged in the SCCL coal discrepancy controversy, with overburden removal data indicating possible inconsistencies in production figures. Sources and experts have called for an independent audit of coal production, stock and mine-wise overburden removal records.

SCCL's latest operational data has triggered fresh questions over alleged inflated coal stock records, a sharp decline in production and a simultaneous record in productivity. The Opposition has demanded an independent probe into the nearly 40 lakh tonnes of allegedly unaccounted coal.

Former Minister T Harish Rao has called upon SCCL unions and workers to unite under the slogan ‘Congress Hatao, Singareni Bachao’, warning that the Congress government is pushing Singareni towards privatisation.

Singareni Collieries Company Limited rejected allegations of coal disappearance and stated that coal production and transportation are monitored through GPS, RFID, CCTV, geofencing and digital weighbridges. Officials said every stage of coal dispatch and delivery is digitally tracked and verified.

SCCL CMD Dr Buddha Prakash Jyoti assured that Telangana’s thermal power stations will receive uninterrupted coal supplies during the monsoon season despite production challenges.

BRS working president KT Rama Rao on Friday met the family of former MLA Balka Suman in Hyderabad, assuring them of the party’s full support. Suman was arrested on May 30 over remarks against Singareni Collieries, which KTR termed politically motivated, accusing the Congress government of targeting opposition voices.

Union Minister G Kishan Reddy has sought an inquiry into allegations that coal worth Rs 1,600 crore went missing from SCCL. He said the issue could further affect the company's financial stability and called for a review of internal safeguards and controls

BRS leader T Harish Rao accused the Congress government of corruption and mismanagement in Singareni Collieries Company Limited (SCCL), alleging inflated contracts, irregular power projects, and concealment of coal stocks.

The Coal Controller Organisation has refunded nearly Rs 40 crore, including interest, to SCCL following the successful closure of the Dorli-2 Opencast Mine. An independent audit confirmed compliance with environmental, rehabilitation and mine closure obligations prescribed under the approved plan

Karimnagar MLA Gangula Kamalakar accused the Congress government of mismanaging Singareni Collieries, alleging coal reserve discrepancies, contract favoritism, and financial distress. He claimed SCCL faces a ₹4,000 crore overdraft and demanded a CBI probe into alleged irregularities

BRS working president KT Rama Rao has alleged that 40 lakh tonnes of coal are missing from Singareni Collieries Company Limited and sought a probe from Union Coal Minister G Kishan Reddy. SCCL, in its press note, listed current stock levels as the lowest in a decade but avoided a direct response to the allegation.

SCCL Chairman and Managing Director Dr Buddhaprakash Jyoti marked World Environment Day by planting saplings and urging people to reduce plastic usage, plant more trees and promote greenery. Plantation drives, awareness programmes and competitions were organised across all SCCL areas.

BRS working president KT Rama Rao demanded a judicial inquiry into an alleged Rs 1,600-crore coal scam in SCCL, claiming nearly 40 lakh metric tonnes of coal were missing from stockyards. He also sought an all-party inspection and accused both governments of inaction

Dr Buddha Prakash Jyoti, CMD of SCCL, urged employees to work with dedication to elevate Singareni Collieries to international standards. Speaking at Telangana Formation Day celebrations, he highlighted expansion beyond Telangana, stressed productivity improvements, and called for optimum use of machinery in both open-cast and underground mines.

Singareni Collieries has rolled out a landmark accident insurance scheme, offering coverage up to Rs 1.25 crore for its employees. Over the past two years, Rs 41 crore has already been disbursed to 40 families, making SCCL the first organisation to implement such a welfare initiative in 2024.

Singareni Collieries CMD Dr Buddhaprakash Jyoti inspected the coal handling plant in Ramagundam-II area, reviewing coal transport and quality systems. He directed officials to complete the new CHP project on schedule, accompanied by Directors and the Area General Manager

Singareni management has initiated special measures to ensure uninterrupted coal production ahead of the southwest monsoon. SCCL has installed heavy-duty pumps in opencast mines and directed officials to strengthen preparedness to maintain steady coal supply to thermal power stations.

SCCL’s Srirampur Area has erected 300 bamboo shades and introduced multiple heat wave relief measures for coal miners in Mancherial district. Officials said the arrangements helped protect workers and maintain coal production despite severe summer conditions

SCCL's first Battery Energy Storage System in Telangana has delivered encouraging results, helping store surplus solar power and generate savings of Rs. 25.66 lakh. The project has improved energy utilisation and may pave the way for more renewable energy initiatives.

Deputy Chief Minister Mallu Bhatti Vikramarka met Union Minister G Kishan Reddy in New Delhi and sought Central support for Singareni expansion plans, coal gasification initiatives, Koyyagudem Block-III allocation and faster processing of the Tadicherla Block-III mining lease.