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Singareni Collieries executives have launched an agitation and relay hunger strike demanding the release of Rs 277 crore in pending performance-related pay arrears and implementation of pay upgradation, alleging that the State government has delayed approval despite the SCCL Board clearing the proposal

The CPI has urged the Congress government in Telangana to release a white paper on the Singareni Collieries controversy, citing growing unrest among workers. CPI MLA Kunamneni Sambasiva Rao alleged that the state owes the company Rs 56,000 crore.

BRS leader T Harish Rao accused the Telangana government of mismanaging SCCL through alleged irregularities in contracts, coal production, power projects and recruitment. He demanded a special Assembly session, an independent probe and immediate elections in Singareni while backing workers' concerns

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.

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.

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.

BRS leader T Harish Rao alleged that the Congress government had pushed Singareni Collieries into financial crisis through mismanagement and rising dues. He also questioned missing coal stocks, overdrafts, solar project decisions and the alleged misuse of Singareni funds for publicity activities

Singareni Collieries Company Limited has taken a historic step by preparing women employees to work as heavy dumper operators in open cast mines. Thirteen women completed HMV training and are expected to be considered for future recruitment as dumper operators

SCCL is set to launch nine new coal mining projects to compensate for the anticipated production shortfall of 12.51 million tonnes due to the closure of four mines by 2027-28. The state government has cleared proposals aimed at ensuring energy security and employment continuity.

Singareni Collieries Company Limited (SCCL) won first prize in the Underground Mines Rescue Category at the International Mines Rescue Competition in Zambia, outperforming global teams with exceptional skill, discipline, and speed.

A massive copper cable theft worth Rs 1.30 crore has occurred at Singareni Collieries in Peddapalli, raising suspicions of insider involvement despite extensive security measures including CCTV cameras and thousands of personnel.

KT Rama Rao warned of protests against delays in SCCL medical board meetings affecting coal workers’ dependents, accused the coal company of irregularities, and demanded timely action while also targeting the state government over alleged administrative lapses

Uncertainty prevails over trade union elections in Singareni Collieries Company Limited as tenure of recognised unions has ended. Rival unions demand extension or equal status, while authorities await a decision from management on conducting fresh elections or interim arrangements

SCCL’s Srirampur and Mandamarri Areas failed to meet coal production targets due to delays in overburden removal by contractors. However, the Goleti Area exceeded its target, emerging as one of the best-performing units in the financial year

A coal miner was injured after being trapped between two tubs at the RK5 underground mine in Srirampur Area of SCCL. Workers raised concerns over safety measures, urging authorities to improve conditions inside underground mines

Singareni Collieries Company Limited (SCCL), despite being profitable for two decades, has failed to meet its 2025-26 production target of 72 million tonnes, achieving only 58 million tonnes.