Coal India, subsidiaries make impact on community well-being; annual commitment of about Rs 800 crore for CSR initiatives
Aug 19, 2024
New Delhi [India], August 20 : The Ministry of Coal, through its CPSEs, has continued to champion social responsibility, integrating it as a core element of its operational strategy with Coal India Limited (CIL), its subsidiaries, NLCIL "making a profound impact on community well-being", with an annual commitment of about Rs 800-crore towards Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) initiatives.
An official release said that the ministry's efforts, led by Coal and Mines Minister G Kishan Reddy, not only contribute to the socio-economic development of the nation but also reinforce the Coal CPSEs' commitment to being responsible corporate citizens.
"This substantial investment highlights the Coal CPSEs' dedication to fostering people-centric development, with a special emphasis on health, education, skill development, environmental sustainability, women empowerment, and comprehensive community development," the release said.
Referring to the health sector initiatives, the release said CIL's flagship health initiative, the Thalassemia Bal Sewa Yojana, has reached a significant milestone with the successful completion of 500 Bone Marrow Transplants (BMTs).
It said NLCIL has significantly enhanced healthcare access with the establishment of a Dialysis Centre in Government Hospital, Cuddalore. This initiative provides 13,000 dialysis cycles annually, improving the availability of essential medical care for patients in the region.
In response to the critical need for medical oxygen during the pandemic, NLCIL and its joint ventures set up 28 Medical Oxygen Plants with a combined capacity of 2,500 beds across Uttar Pradesh, Rajasthan, Odisha, Karnataka, and Tamil Nadu. This effort has substantially strengthened the nation's healthcare infrastructure.
Addressing the urgent need for Congenital Heart Disease(CHD) interventions, Coal India Limited has launched Project Nanha Sa Dil. This initiative focuses on screening approximately 18,000 children for CHD through village and district camps in Jharkhand. The project aims to provide surgical or catheter-based interventions for 500 children and train over 50 young professionals in pediatric cardiac care. Funded at Rs 9.37 crore, the project will initially operate in four districts with plans for future expansion.
Other notable health-related CSR efforts include construction of Premashralay: Establishment of a home for outpatients undergoing cancer treatment in Kolkata; provision of healthcare services to underserved populations through mobile units; funding for the development and repair of basic infrastructure and procurement of medical equipment for COVID-19 care centers and enhanced socio-economic support at Ranchi Cancer Hospital and Research Centre, including collaboration with Tata Cancer Care for cancer detection and treatment.
