The Chuperbhita–Simlong Opencast Coal Mining Project (OCP) is a major Mine Developer and Operator (MDO) project being executed by the company for Eastern Coalfields Limited (ECL) in the Rajmahal Area, located across the Godda and Pakur districts of Jharkhand. The project has a rated production capacity of 6.0 MTPA and is designed to ensure efficient, large-scale coal extraction to support the growing energy requirements of the country. The project is being implemented in accordance with approved mine plans and statutory requirements, with a strong emphasis on environmental sustainability and regulatory compliance. Key measures include scientific overburden management, dust suppression systems, water conservation practices, and progressive mine reclamation as per the approved mine closure plan. As an MDO project under ECL, it plays a critical role in enhancing coal production from the Rajmahal coalfields while ensuring adherence to safety and environmental norms. The project is also expected to generate significant employment opportunities and contribute to regional socio-economic development, supporting infrastructure growth and ancillary industries. With a focus on responsible mining and operational excellence, the Chuperbhita–Simlong OCP stands as a key component of the company’s mining portfolio.
- Project Name: Chuperbhita–Simlong Opencast Coal Mining Project (OCP)
- Project Type:
- Opencast coal mining project
- Mine Developer and Operator (MDO) project
- Executed For: Eastern Coalfields Limited (ECL)
- Location:
- Rajmahal Area
- Godda and Pakur districts, Jharkhand
- Production Capacity:
- Rated production capacity of 6.0 MTPA
- Project Objective:
- Large-scale and efficient coal extraction
- Support the growing energy demands of the country
- Project Implementation:
- Developed as per approved mine plans
- Compliance with statutory and mining regulations
- Environmental Management Measures:
- Scientific overburden management
- Dust suppression systems
- Water conservation practices
- Progressive mine reclamation
- Mine closure activities as per approved closure plan
- Operational Importance:
- Enhances coal production from the Rajmahal coalfields
- Supports operational efficiency and responsible mining practices
- Safety & Compliance:
- Adherence to safety standards
- Compliance with environmental norms and regulatory frameworks
- Socio-Economic Benefits:
- Generation of significant employment opportunities
- Contribution to regional economic development
- Support for infrastructure growth and ancillary industries
- Project Vision:
- Responsible mining with operational excellence, sustainability, and long-term value creation.
