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Constitution Day (National Law Day), also known as Samvidhan Divas, is celebrated every year on 26 November every year to commemorate the adoption of the Constitution of India.

Shri. Pramod Agrawal, Chairman, CIL, Shri. R.P. Srivastava, D (P&IR), CIL, Shri. S.N.Tiwary, D(M), CIL and Shri. Saroj Kumar Sadangi, CVO, CIL paid floral tributes to Dr Ambedkar the Father of the Indian Constitution.

Chairman CIL, FDs and CVO along with the employees joined the Hon’ble President of India to read out the Preamble of the Indian Constitution at 11.00 a.m.

Later Chairman gave away the prizes to the winners of the Painting and Essay competitions organised as a part of the Citizens Duties Awareness Programme.

A webinar on the topic “Right to Life” was organised on the occasion. Hon’ble Justice Shri Shivakant Prasad, of Calcutta High Court chaired the session.

The New Town Bus stand near Coal India Hq, Rajarhat has been named as “Coal India Bus Stand’ and was inaugurated by Shri Debashis Sen, Chairman, WBHIDCO, NKDA, NKGSCCL on 5th November, 2020. Shri Pramod Agrawal, Chairman, CIL was the Chief Guest on the occasion.

CIL’s Smart Bus Shelter, has a modern design and passenger friendly amenities such as sitting arrangements, a magazine corner, a small tea / coffee kiosk, CCTV monitoring for security and other conveniences for commuters.

CIL celebrated its 46th foundation day on 1st November 2020. With a modest production of 79 million tonnes at the year of its inception, CIL produced 602.138 MTs in 2019-20 and is today the single largest coal producing company in the world.

CIL’s 46th Foundation Day celebrations began at CIL Hq with Shri. Pramod Agrawal, Chairman, CIL, FDs and CVO, CIL paying floral tributes at the Martyrs Memorial. After which Chairman, CIL unfurled the CIL Flag and felicitated the former CMDs and Directors who were present on the occasion. Shri. Binay Dayal, Director, Technical, CIL delivered the welcomed address. The CIL's Foundation Day celebrations were organised online this year due to COVID19.

Smt. Arundhati Bhattacharya, former Chairperson of the State Bank of India was the Chief Guest and addressed the audience. In her speech she stated that the Coal miner along with the Banker were the unsung heroes of the current pandemic.

Hon’ble Minister of Coal Shri. Pralhad Joshi extended his best wishes to Coal Indians and unveiled the ‘Yellow Book’, ‘HR Manual’ and CIL’s new corporate website remotely from Hubballi.

Shri. Anil Jain, Secretary Coal, Govt. of India, also spoke on the occasion and lauded the contribution of Coal Indians in meeting the energy requirements of the country during the current pandemic.

Shri.Pramod Agrawal, Chairman, in his address, thanked the Miners for providing Energy security to the Nation during the present difficult days.

Corporate, individual and team awards were given away in a virtual manner online due to the prevailing COVID-19 pandemic.

Shri. Sanjiv Soni, Director, Finance delivered the vote of thanks.

Shri Pramod Agrawal, Chairman, CIL, paid floral tributes to Sardar Vallabhai Patel on his birth anniversary on 31st October, 2020 which is celebrated as ‘Rashtriya Ekta Diwas’ at Coal India’s Corporate office. He also administered the ‘National Unity’ pledge.

Shri Binay Dayal, Director Technical, CIL, Shri R. P. Srivastava, Director P&IR, CIL, Shri.Sanjiv Soni, Director Finance, CIL, Shri. S.N. Tiwary, Director Marketing and Shri. Saroj Kumar Sadangi, CVO, CIL also paid floral tributes to the ‘Iron Man of India’ on the occasion.

The Vigilance Awareness week is being celebrated from 27th October to 2nd November, 2020. The theme this year is ‘Vigilant India-Prosperous India’ The inaugural and pledge taking ceremony was held on 27th October,2020 to mark the commencement of the Vigilance Awareness Week -2020. The pledge was administered to the employees at CIL’s corporate office in Kolkata by Shri Binay Dayal, Director, Technical, CIL. He also read out the message of the Hon’ble President of India on the occasion of VAW 2020 .

Shri R. P. Srivastava, Director, P&IR, CIL, read out the message of Hon’ble Prime Minister Shri. S.N. Tiwary, Director, Marketing and Shri SK Sadangi, CVO and HoDs’ were present on the occasion .

A publicity vehicle Canter of VAW 20 was flagged off from CIL HQ by FDs and CVO CIL. The vehicle shall move around the city to spread the message of this year’s theme that is Vigilant India-Prosperous India.

Shri. Pramod Agrawal, Chairman, CIL addressed the senior executives of CIL and subsidiary companies on 28th October,2020 as a part of “Vigilance Awareness Week 2020” celebrations. He highlighted the importance of system improvement and process simplification to curtail corruption. Shri. S.K.Sadangi, CVO, CIL also spoke on the occasion and emphasised on how data analytics and its analysis can help improve systems in an organisation.

Various competitions have been lined up such as poster making, sit and draw, speech competition and short film making to commemorate VAW-2020. A webinar was organised on the theme ‘ Vigilant India –Prosperous India ‘ which was chaired by CVO CIL. . As part of the Vigilance Awareness Week a Consumer feedback and Vendors meet was also organised.

Shri Pramod Agrawal, Chairman, CIL inaugurated the week-long celebrations by paying floral tributes to the Father of the Nation. Shri Binay Dayal, Director Technical, CIL, Shri R. P. Srivastava, Director P&IR, CIL, Shri.Sanjiv Soni, Director Finance, CIL, Shri. S.N. Tiwary, Director Marketing and Shri. Saroj Kumar Sadangi, CVO, CIL also paid floral tributes to Mahatma Gandhi on the occasion.

Fancy dress competition, Bhajan singing, sit and draw, mural /model making were the various activities which were organised for the employees and their wards during the week long celebrations. Apart from this, Smt. Mahima Soni showcased her paintings and Dr. Rimita Dey, an eminent Critical Care specialist spoke about the COVID pandemic the risks, myths and the new normal associated with it. A walkathon was also organised and jute bags were distributed to create awareness against the use of plastic.

The concluding programme on 2nd October 2020 began, with paying of floral tributes to the Mahatma by Chairman CIL,the Functional Directors and CVO. Chairman CIL addressed the gathering and spoke about imbibing the Gandhian philosophy of Life. Shri. Agrawal and Functional Directors of CIL then viewed the displayed paintings, murals and models made from recycled materials . A bhajan programme was also organised and khadi items were donated to Bharat Sevashram Sangha, a charitable organisation helping the poor and providing relief to the needy.

The 46th Annual General Meeting of Coal India Limited was held via video conferencing on 23rdSeptember, 2020.Shri Pramod Agrawal, Chairman CIL, Shri Binay Dayal, Director Technical, CIL, Shri. R. P. Srivastava, Director P&IR, CIL, Shri. Sanjiv Soni, Director ,Finance, CIL, Shri. S.N. Tiwary, Director, Marketing attended the meeting from CIL, Hqs. Shri. V.K.Tiwari, Additional Secretary, Ministry of Coal and Ms. Yatinder Prasad, JS&FA, Ministry of Coal, Government nominee Directors joined the AGM from New Delhi.

Shri Pramod Agrawal, Chairman, Coal India Ltd. addressed the shareholders. Speaking on the occasion, he highlighted the importance of Coal and Coal India. He outlined the notable achievements of the company in the year 2019-2020 and also spoke about the physical and financial performance of the year. He reiterated CIL’s commitment to ensure that the country is self-reliant in Coal.

The shareholders participated online and interacted with the CIL Board. The queries raised by them were addressed by the CIL Board.

CIL organised a virtual ‘Stakeholders Meet’ on 1st September, 2020 which was chaired by Shri Pralhad Joshi, Hon’ble Minister of Coal, Mines & Parliamentary Affairs. Shri Anil Kumar Jain, Secretary to the Govt. of India, Ministry of Coal and senior officials from Ministry of Coal were also present.

Shri Pramod Agrawal, Chairman, CIL, Shri Binay Dayal, Director, Technical, CIL, Shri Sanjiv Soni, Director, Finance, CIL, Shri S. N. Tiwary, Director, Marketing, CIL and senior CIL officials attended the “Stakeholders Meet” from Coal India Headquarters. The CMDs of the CIL subsidiary companies along with their senior management were also present. More than 316 stakeholders and 18 stakeholder panellists attended the meet.

Chairman, CIL made a presentation emphasising on the business prospects with CIL and the steps taken by the Company towards process simplification, removal of barriers to entry and enhancing transparency.

Chairman CIL, Shri Pramod Agrawal unfurled the national flag on the occasion of India’s 74th Independence Day, at Coal Bhawan, Kolkata. Prior to this he paid floral tributes at the Martyrs Memorial.

Speaking on the occasion, Chairman CIL highlighted the significant role that CIL plays in energising the Nation and how it continues to do so amidst the COVID pandemic.

Shri. Binay Dayal, Director, Technical, CIL, Shri. R. P. Srivastava, Director, P&IR, CIL, Shri. Sanjiv Soni, Director, Finance, Shri S. N. Tiwari, Director, Marketing, CIL and Shri. Saroj Kumar Sadangi, CVO, CIL were also present on the occasion.

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Van Mahotsav 2020 was celebrated by PSUs under the Ministry of Coal on 23rd July, 2020. The aim of the ‘Mahotsav’ was to create awareness among the public in large about the need and importance of forest conservation and the necessity of plantation of trees.

The Chief Guest on the occasion was the Hon’ble Home Minister, Sri Amit Shah who launched the ‘Vrikshaporan Abhiyan’ in the presence of Hon’ble Minister of Coal and Parliamentary Affairs, Shri Pralhad Joshi.

The Hon’ble Home Minister inaugurated and laid the foundation stone of six eco parks and tourism sites. The tree plantation campaign was conducted at more than 130 locations spread in 38 districts of 10 coal or lignite bearing states through video conferencing. Speaking on the occasion, the Home Minister said the Coal sector today is not only ready to fulfil the growing demand for coal but is equally sensitive towards environmental stability.

Shri. Pramod Agrawal, Chairman, CIL Shri R P Srivastava, Directo ,P&IR, CIL, Shri Sanjiv Soni, Director, Finance, CIL and Shri. S. N. Tiwari, Director, Marketing, CIL planted saplings at the CIL corporate office as a part of ‘Vriksharopan Abhiyan 2020’.

CIL signed an MoU with NLC India Ltd.through Video Conferencingon 3rdJuly,2020 to establish a Joint Venture Company (JVC) to harness renewable sources of energy. Shri. BinayDayal, Director, Technical, CIL signed on behalf of CIL and Shri. N. N. M. Rao, Director(P&P), NLCIL was the signatory on behalf of NLCIL. Shri. Pramod Agrawal, Chairman, CIL ,Shri. R.P. Srivastava, Director -P&IR, CIL, Shri. Sanjiv Soni, Director -Finance, CIL, Shri. S. N. Tiwari, Director -Marketing, CIL were present on the occasion.This JV aims to utilise the core capabilities and infrastructure of CIL and NLCIL for the creation of power assets to harness renewable sources of energy. The JV company will ensure sustainable progressand contribute inachieving the ambitious solar power programof both companies. Both companies have prepared a roadmap to establish 3GW of solar projects by FY 24 through the JVC. The promoter companies will have a 50% shareholding each in the JVC.

CIL renewed its MoU with RITES (a Government of India Enterprise) on 3rd July,2020 for provision of management and consultancy services. Shr Binay Dayal, Director, Technical, CIL signed on behalf of CIL and Shri. V.G. Suresh Director, (Projects), RITES was the signatory on behalf of RITES.

Commensurate with CIL’s growth projections RITES shall render Project Management Consultancy in totality for all works entrusted in connection with rail infrastructure and allied civil works on cost plus fees basis, for a period of five years.

CIL signed a Statement of Intent (SOI) with AIM (Atal Innovation Mission) - NITI Aayog through Video Conferencing on 19.6.2020. Shri. Pramod Agrawal, Chairman, CIL, Shri. Binay Dayal, DT, CIL, Shri. R.P. Srivastava, DP&IR, CIL, Shri. Sanjiv Soni, DF, CIL, and Shri. S.N.Tiwary, DM, CIL were present on the occasion.Shri. Binay Dayal, Director – Technical, CIL signed the SOI on behalf of CIL and Shri. R. Ramanan, Mission Director, AIM, was the signatory on behalf of NITI Aayog. Coal India Limited will join forces with Atal Innovation Mission(AIM) a leading initiative set up by the NITI Aayog to promote innovation and entrepreneurship across the length and breadth of the country.CIL will support various AIM programmes such as Atal New India Challenge (ANIC), Atal Incubation Centre (AIC), Atal Community Innovation Centers (ACIC), Atal Tinkering Lab (ATL) and Atal Research & Innovation for Small Enterprises (ARISE). The proposed partnership will envisage adoption of ATLs schools, Atal Community Innovation Centres, enhanced engagement with selected strartups, and hosting innovation challenges in relevance with the MSME industry.

CIL observed World Environment Day today at its headquarters in Kolkata on 5th June 2020. The themeof this World Environment Day 2020 is Biodiversity and on this World Environment Day, CIL reaffirms its commitment in preserving Mother Earth.Shri. Pramod Agrawal, Chairman, CIL, Shri. Binay Dayal, DT, CIL, Shri. R.P. Srivastava, DP&IR, CIL, Shri. Sanjiv Soni, DF, CIL, and Shri. S.N.Tiwary, DM, CIL were present on the occasion. Chairman CIL administered the World Environment pledge to the employees and along with the Functional Directors of CIL planted saplings in the CIL office complex.

Shri. R.P Srivastava, Director (P&IR) CIL administered the “Anti-Terrorism” pledge to the employees at Coal India Headquarter. Anti Terrorism Day is celebrated on 21st May each year across India to promote and spread the message of non-violence and peace.

Shri. Pramod Agrawal, Chairman, CIL, Shri. Binay Dayal, Director - Technical, CIL, Shri. Sanjiv Soni, Director - Finance, CIL and HoDs of CIL paid floral tributes at the Martyrs Memorial at Coal India Corporate office, on the occasion of Miners Day 2020. Our miners, the silent workforce spread across eight states of the country have been fulfilling their responsibilities diligently working 24x7. CIL lauds the efforts of its human resource in energizing the Nation.

CIL observed the 129th birth anniversary of Dr. B.R. Ambedkar, eminent jurist, economist and social reformer at its headquarters in Kolkata on 14th April 2020.Dr Ambedkar campaigned against social discrimination towards the untouchables.

Shri. Pramod Agrawal, Chairman, CIL, Shri. Binay Dayal, DT, CIL, Shri. R.P. Srivastava, DP&IR, CIL, Shri. Sanjiv Soni, DF, CIL, Shri. S.N.Tiwary, DM, CIL and Shri. Saroj Kumar Sadangi, CVO, CIL paid floral tributes to Dr. Ambedkar.

CIL and Government of Assam signed a MoU for the rehabilitation and livelihood development of flood affected people of Majuli Island Assam on 17.3.2020 at Coal Bhawan Kolkata. Majuli is the world’s largest river island and is India’s first island district.

Shri Ram Prakash Srivastava, Director, P&IR, CIL was present during the occasion. Shri S.K Singh, GM CSR, CIL signed the MoU on behalf of CIL and Shri M S Manivannan, Commissioner & Secretary, Department of Revenue and Disaster Management, was the signatory on behalf of the Government of Assam.

The scope of work of the project entails development of High lands and floodproofing channel, livelihood development through facilities of integrated farming of cattle, pig, poultry, fishery and development of citrus and arecanut plantations.

CIL shall also be providing two water ambulances for the residents of the island to cater to their emergency health needs.

Coal India Ltd. signed an MoU with Indian Port Rail & Ropeway Corporation Ltd. (IPRCL) to execute CIL’s first mile connectivity projects. IPRCL will also execute rail infrastructure works, construction of additional sidings and rail line connectivity for CIL.

Shri Pramod Agrawal, Chairman, CIL, Shri. Binay Dayal, Director - Technical, CIL, Shri Ram Prakash Srivastava, Director - P&IR, CIL, Shri Sanjay Soni, Director - Finance, CIL, Shri S.N.Tiwary, Director - Marketing, CIL, Shri. Saroj Kumar Sadangi, CVO, CIL and Shri. Anil Kumar Gupta, Director, IPRCL were present on the occasion.

Shri. Binay Dayal, Director - Technical, CIL signed the MoU on behalf of CIL and Shri Anoop Kr. Agrawal, MD, IPRCL signed on behalf of Indian Port Rail & Ropeway Corporation Ltd

Shri. Pramod Agrawal, an IAS Officer of the Madhya Pradesh Cadre 1991 batch, has assumed charge as Chairman-cum-Managing Director, Coal India Ltd.Prior to assuming charge as CMD, CIL, Shri. Agrawal was the Principal Secretary, Department of Technical Education, Skill Development & Employment and Department of Labour, Government of Madhya Pradesh.A Graduate (B.Tech) in Civil Engineering from Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Mumbai (1986), Mr. Agrawal completed his Post-Graduation in Design Engineering (M.Tech) from IIT, Delhi (1988).

The 71st Republic Day of India was celebrated at Coal India Headquarters in Kolkata. Shri. Anil Kumar Jha, Chairman, CIL unfurled the National Flag, inspected a Guard of Honour and addressed the gathering. Shri. Binay Dayal, Director -Technical, CIL,Shri. R. P. Srivastava, Director, P&IR, CIL, Shri.Sanjiv Soni, Director -Finance, CIL, Shri. S.N.Tiwari, Director,Marketing, CIL and Shri. Saroj Kumar Sadangi, CVO, CIL were present on the occasion.

Shri. Anil Kumar Jha, Chairman, CIL paid floral tributes to the freedom fighter and patriot Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose on his 123rd birth anniversary, at CIL Hqtrsin Kolkata. Shri. Binay Dayal, Director -Technical, CIL and Shri. R. P. Srivastava, Director, P&IR, CIL also paid homage to the iconic freedom fighter on his birth anniversary.