South Eastern Coalfields Limited (SECL), a subsidiary of Coal India Limited, has installed 43 bio-toilets under the Government of India's Special Campaign 5.0. Sixteen of these bio-toilets were inaugurated in SECL's Sohagpur Area, and 27 were commissioned in the Bhatgaon Area. This initiative is aligned with the vision of the Swachh Bharat Abhiyan and aims to promote inclusivity, sustainability, and hygiene across SECL's mining areas. Special Campaign 5.0, conducted from 2nd October to 31st October 2025, is a nationwide initiative of the Department of Administrative Reforms and Public Grievances. The installations support effective waste management, promote better working conditions for employees, and improve the quality of life in and around the coalfields. Posted on 30 OCT 2023 at 3:02 PM by PIB Delhi. Shuhaib T. Visitor Counter: 570.
Key Entities Referenced
Special Campaign 5.0: A Government of India initiative aimed at promoting cleanliness, efficient record management, and effective disposal of pending matters across Ministries and PSUs.
South Eastern Coalfields Limited (SECL): A subsidiary of Coal India Limited, undertaking initiatives to improve sanitation and sustainability in mining areas.
Department of Administrative Reforms and Public Grievances: The government department that initiated Special Campaign 5.0.
Swachh Bharat Abhiyan: A nationwide cleanliness campaign the initiative is aligned with.
Madhya Pradesh: The state where the bio-toilets are being installed, specifically in the Sohagpur and Bhatgaon Areas
Ministry of Coal
SECL Installs 43 Bio-Toilets under Special
Campaign 5.0
Initiative Aimed at Promoting Inclusivity, Sustainability, and
Hygiene at the Workplace in Mining Zones
Posted On: 30 OCT 2025 3:02PM by PIB Delhi
South Eastern Coalfields Limited (SECL), a subsidiary of Coal India Limited, has undertaken a
significant step toward promoting inclusivity, sustainability, and hygiene across its mining areas by
installing 43 bio-toilets under the Government of India’s Special Campaign 5.0.
As part of this initiative, 16 bio-toilets were inaugurated recently at various locations in SECL’s
Sohagpur Area, while 27 bio-toilets were commissioned in the Bhatgaon Area. These installations
are part of SECL’s sustained efforts to improve sanitation infrastructure, particularly in mining zones
where conventional facilities are often limited.The initiative is aligned with the vision of the Swachh Bharat Abhiyan, focusing on clean and
sustainable workplaces. Bio-toilets help in effective waste management by converting waste into non-
toxic water and gas through microbial action—thus minimizing environmental pollution and
conserving water resources.
Beyond environmental benefits, the move emphasizes inclusivity and dignity for all employees,
especially women working in field and mining areas. By providing safe and hygienic sanitation
facilities closer to the workplace, SECL ensures better working conditions and promotes gender-
friendly infrastructure across its operational areas.The installation of bio-toilets under Special Campaign 5.0 reflects SECL’s commitment to responsible
mining practices and to improving the quality of life in and around its coalfields.
Special Campaign 5.0—conducted from 2nd October to 31st October 2025—is a nationwide
initiative of the Department of Administrative Reforms and Public Grievances, Government of India
aimed at promoting cleanliness, efficient record management, and effective disposal of pending
matters across Ministries and PSUs.
SECL has been actively participating in the campaign through multiple activities emphasizing
cleanliness, digital transformation, and public service delivery.
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