Coal India, Konkan Railway ink MoU to boost rail infrastructure for efficient coal evacuation
THE JHARKHAND STORY DESK New Delhi, August 19: Coal India Limited (CIL) has entered into a strategic partnership with Konkan Railway…
THE JHARKHAND STORY DESK
New Delhi, August 19: Coal India Limited (CIL) has entered into a strategic partnership with Konkan Railway Corporation Limited (KRCL) to jointly develop and maintain rail infrastructure projects for CIL and its subsidiaries. The Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) was signed to enhance coal evacuation efficiency and strengthen logistics support.
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Partnership to Strengthen Transport Network
The MoU was signed by CIL Director (Technical) Achyut Ghatak and KRCL Director (Finance) Rajesh Bhadang. The signing took place in the presence of CIL Chairman P. M. Prasad and senior officials from both organizations.
Through this collaboration, CIL aims to expand its transport capabilities, ensuring timely and efficient coal delivery across regions. The move aligns with the company’s long-term strategy to modernize coal transportation and support sustainable growth.
Enhancing Efficiency for Subsidiaries
The partnership will play a pivotal role in developing and maintaining rail infrastructure, directly benefiting CIL’s subsidiaries. Improved connectivity will help reduce transportation bottlenecks, lower logistics costs, and improve overall supply chain management.
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About Coal India Limited
Coal India Limited (CIL), headquartered in Kolkata, is the world’s largest coal-producing company. A Maharatna PSU under the Ministry of Coal, CIL contributes over 80% of India’s domestic coal output. The company plays a critical role in meeting the country’s energy needs through sustainable mining and infrastructure development.
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