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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Singareni Collieries Company Limited is facing financial stress due to pending bills worth over Rs 21,000 crore from power generation units. Delayed payments, rising costs and fund diversion concerns may impact salaries, welfare activities and future expansion plans.
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SCCL executives are awaiting clearance of Rs.277 crore in performance related pay for 2022-23 and 2023-24, with the State government yet to approve the disbursal, prompting concerns and possible protests by officers’ associations.
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The Telangana Mineral Development Corporation is facing criticism for allegedly failing to curb illegal sand mining and transportation from a Godavari river quarry in the Chennur constituency, with irregularities including diversion of sand consignments and collection of illegal charges
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Singareni workers have alleged neglect by SCCL management for failing to provide sweaters to opencast mine employees despite falling temperatures. Trade union leaders criticised the company for spending crores on events while ignoring basic worker welfare measures
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Singareni Collieries Company Limited celebrated its Formation Day across the country. In-charge CMD D Krishna Bhaskar highlighted workers’ contribution, safety and welfare, future plans in critical minerals and renewable energy, and reaffirmed the company’s commitment to social responsibility.
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The Singareni Collieries Company Limited (SCCL) has slashed its budget for Formation Day celebrations to Rs 8 lakh, drawing sharp criticism from workers and unions. Earlier, allocations ranged between Rs 40-50 lakh under the BRS government. The downsizing comes after SCCL spent Rs 10 crore sponsoring Lionel Messi’s Hyderabad event.
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BRS MP Vaddiraju Ravichandra urged the Centre to support SCCL, citing disruption of coal production due to rains, pending project approvals and financial stress. He stressed the need for clearing dues, addressing workers’ concerns and strengthening the company’s expansion and sustainability plans
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Singareni Collieries Company Limited (SCCL) will establish power generation plants outside Telangana for the first time, with a 2,300 MW project in Rajasthan in partnership with Rajasthan Rajya Vidyut Utpadan Nigam Limited (RRVUL).
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Hundreds of families of medically invalidated SCCL employees are facing financial hardship due to delays in dependent job appointments. Union leaders criticised the management for not convening medical board meetings and warned of protests if pending cases are not cleared soon
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Ghana has invited Singareni Collieries Company Limited (SCCL) to explore investment opportunities in its mining sector. A Ghanaian delegation met SCCL Chairman N Balram in Hyderabad and proposed collaboration in mineral and coal projects to enhance production.
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Singareni CMD N Balram directed teams to step up production and achieve the November goal of 72 lakh tonnes of coal. He urged focus on safety, warned against negligence, and called for accident-free operations while reviewing new mining projects and pending clearances
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Singareni Collieries Company Limited (SCCL) has engaged its retired senior officials to help chart a roadmap for achieving 100 million tonnes of annual coal production. A brainstorming session in Kothagudem saw former Directors share strategies for growth, cost reduction, and diversification
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In Hanamkonda, a four-member gang running an illegal chit fund was arrested. Police seized cash, gold and documents. Over 28,000 people were cheated of Rs 11.39 crore. Police have frozen Rs 5.48 crore and urged public caution
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Singareni Collieries has opened underground mines to women employees, appointing officers and management trainees for the first time. Women can now operate heavy machinery in open cast mines, and a 13-member rescue team has been formed to strengthen mine safety
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BRS leader T Harish Rao accused the Congress government of cheating Singareni Collieries workers by cutting their profit share bonus for 2024-25. He said only a fraction of profits was considered for distribution and warned of an agitation if the decision is not reversed
