**Executive Summary**
On May 27, 2026, the Union Minister of State for Coal and Mines, Shri Satish Chandra Dubey, conducted a review of South Eastern Coalfields Limited (SECL) operations and met with the Chief Minister of Chhattisgarh. The visit focused on enhancing energy security, coal production, and infrastructure development. Key actions included the launch of digital portals for infrastructure and hospital management, and the inauguration of a new medical diagnostic unit.
**Key Points / Main Content**
**Government Coordination and Strategic Goals**
* Strengthened Central and State government coordination to expedite development projects and enhance ease of operations.
* Focused on logistics connectivity, industrial growth, and economic opportunities in coal-bearing regions.
* Emphasized the importance of safe, sustainable mining practices and the adoption of modern technologies for operational efficiency.
**SECL Operational Review**
* Conducted a comprehensive review of coal production, dispatch, quality management, safety, and digitization initiatives.
* Assessed environmental sustainability measures, coal gasification projects, mine closure activities, and future action plans.
* Noted SECL’s contribution of 26.86 million tonnes in the 2026-27 financial year toward Coal India’s 100 million tonne milestone.
**Digital Transformation Initiatives**
* Launched the **e-DADAS (Design and Drawings Approval in SECL) Portal** to facilitate online examination and approval of engineering designs for major infrastructure projects.
* Introduced the **Hospital Management and Information System (HMIS) Portal** to digitize patient records and improve healthcare delivery in SECL hospitals.
**Healthcare and CSR**
* Inaugurated a state-of-the-art **5-Part Hematology Analyzer Unit** at the Indira Vihar Health Centre in Bilaspur for faster, automated blood analysis.
* Reiterated the need for Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) initiatives to focus on inclusive development and the welfare of residents in coalfield regions.
**Impact Analysis**
**South Eastern Coalfields Limited (SECL)**
**Impact**
The organization benefits from increased transparency and monitoring of infrastructure projects through digital portals and recognition for its significant contribution to national production milestones.
**Action Required**
Management must oversee the implementation of the e-DADAS and HMIS portals and ensure adherence to safety and environmental sustainability targets.
**Chhattisgarh State Government**
**Impact**
The state sees strengthened collaboration with the Central Government, aimed at boosting local industrial growth, energy security, and employment opportunities.
**Action Required**
Continue providing administrative and collaborative support for coal sector development and logistics projects.
**Local Communities and Employees**
**Impact**
Residents and employees gain access to improved medical diagnostic facilities and continued social welfare support through targeted CSR initiatives.
**Action Required**
N/A (Beneficiaries of infrastructure and healthcare improvements).
Key Entities Referenced
South Eastern Coalfields Limited (SECL): The primary coal-producing company under review for its operational performance, infrastructure projects, and contribution to India's energy security.
Ministry of Coal: The central government ministry overseeing the review of coal operations and the coordination of development projects in coal-bearing regions.
Chhattisgarh: The state central to the policy scope, where coordination between the Union and State governments is focused on expediting coal production and industrial growth.
e-DADAS (Design and Drawings Approval in SECL) Portal: A digital transformation initiative launched to facilitate the online examination and approval of engineering designs for major infrastructure projects.
Hospital Management and Information System (HMIS) Portal: A digital healthcare initiative launched to strengthen medical infrastructure by digitizing patient records and management systems in SECL hospitals.
Ministry of Coal
Union Minister of State for Coal and Mines Shri
Satish Chandra Dubey Reviews SECL
Operations; Meets Chhattisgarh Chief Minister
Digital Portals for Infrastructure and Hospital Management
Launched; Advanced 5-Part Hematology Analyzer Unit
Inaugurated During One-Day Visit
Posted On: 27 MAY 2026 10:51AM by PIB Delhi
Union Minister of State for Coal and Mines, Government of India, Shri Satish Chandra Dubey undertook
a one-day visit to South Eastern Coalfields Limited (SECL), during which he reviewed the company’s
operational performance, infrastructure initiatives and future growth plans. During the visit, the Minister
also met Chief Minister of Chhattisgarh Shri Vishnu Deo Sai in Raipur, where discussions were held on
issues related to coal production, infrastructure development, logistics connectivity, energy security and
industrial growth in the state.The discussions focused on strengthening coordination between the Central and State Governments for
expediting key development projects, enhancing ease of operations and creating new opportunities for
economic growth and employment in the coal-bearing regions. Minister appreciated the continuous
support being extended by the Chhattisgarh Government towards coal sector development and expressed
confidence that the collaborative approach would further strengthen the state’s contribution to the nation’s
energy security.During his visit to SECL Headquarters, the minister chaired a comprehensive review meeting at SECL
Headquarters, where he reviewed coal production, dispatch, quality management, safety, digitisation
initiatives, environmental sustainability measures, coal gasification projects, mine closure activities, CSR
initiatives and future action plans of the company. SECL CMD Shri Harish Duhan, Functional Directors,
Chief Vigilance Officer, senior officials of the Ministry of Coal and SECL officers were present during the
meeting.The Minister emphasised the importance of safe and sustainable mining practices, adoption of modern
technologies and enhancement of operational efficiency. He stated that SECL is playing a pivotal role in
strengthening India’s energy security and appreciated the company’s efforts in the areas of production,
quality assurance, safety standards and environmental management. He also stressed that CSR initiatives
should continue to focus on inclusive development and welfare of people residing in coalfield regions.
On the occasion, SECL CMD Shri Harish Duhan informed that during the ongoing financial year 2026-27,
SECL has made the highest contribution of 26.86 million tonnes towards Coal India’s cumulative
production milestone of 100 million tonnes achieved. He reiterated SECL’s commitment towards meeting
the nation’s growing energy requirements under the guidance of the Ministry of Coal.As part of SECL’s digital transformation initiatives, the Minister launched the e-DADAS (Design and
Drawings Approval in SECL) Portal and the Hospital Management and Information System (HMIS)
Portal. The e-DADAS portal will facilitate online examination, monitoring and approval of engineering
designs and drawings related to major infrastructure projects, thereby improving transparency, monitoring
and time-bound execution. The HMIS portal will strengthen healthcare delivery in SECL hospitals
through digitisation of patient records and improved hospital management systems.During the visit, Shri Dubey also inaugurated a state-of-the-art 5-Part Hematology Analyzer Unit at the
Indira Vihar Health Centre, Bilaspur. Equipped with advanced automated testing capabilities, the machine
will enable faster and more accurate blood analysis and improve diagnostic efficiency in healthcare
services. The Minister also reviewed healthcare facilities at the centre and appreciated SECL’s efforts
towards strengthening medical infrastructure and quality healthcare delivery.
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