In a ground-breaking achievement, Mahanadi Coalfields Limited (MCL), operating in Odisha, has etched its name in history as the first company ever to attain a staggering 200 million tonnes (MT) of coal production in a single financial year.
MCL, engaged in mining operations across Angul, Jharsuguda, and Sundargarh districts of Odisha, reached this monumental milestone on Saturday night, underscoring its unparalleled prowess in the coal mining sector. This remarkable feat follows MCL’s previous milestones of surpassing the 100 MT mark in the financial year 2009-10 and the 150 MT mark in the financial year 2021-22, where the company recorded a coal production of over 168 MT. The achievement not only signifies MCL’s exceptional operational efficiency and strategic prowess but also underscores its pivotal role in ensuring energy security and fuelling the nation’s industrial growth. As the demand for coal continues to surge, MCL’s unprecedented success heralds a new era of productivity and innovation in the coal mining landscape, positioning the company as a beacon of excellence and reliability in India’s energy sector.
Uday Anant Kaole, Chairman-cum Managing Director, congratulated every member of MCL family and associated agencies on the occasion and said, “It gives me immense pleasure to share the news of this extraordinary milestone of 200 million tonnes in coal production. This is not just a number, but a symbol of our commitment, hard work, and perseverance.”
