Northern Coalfields Promotes ‘Waste to Art’ and Sanitation 

Northern Coalfields

Northern Coalfields: On clarion call of Prime Minister, under the guidance of Ministry of Coal, Government of India, the Singrauli-based Coal India arm Northern Coalfields Limited (NCL), is actively participating in the Special Campaign 5.0 with a strong focus on cleanliness, record management, scrap disposal and sustainable initiatives across all its operational areas.

In line with the “Waste to Beauty” vision, a magnificent sculpture of National Bird Peacock and Barasingha are being installed, creatively crafted from iron scrap generated during mining operations. The artwork symbolizes NCL’s commitment to environmental stewardship and innovation.

Further strengthening its eco-friendly initiatives, NCL has installed five bio-toilets in its Projects to promote hygienic and sustainable sanitation facilities for workers and nearby communities. These bio-toilets are designed to ensure minimal environmental footprint while supporting the Swachh Bharat Mission.

As part of community engagement activities, a “Waste to Art” competition was organized at Kendriya Vidyalaya, Singrauli, on 17th october where students showcased creative ideas on recycling and reusing scrap materials, inspiring wider participation in sustainable waste management practices.

NCL’s Special Campaign 5.0 continues to drive awareness and action through cleanliness drives, public engagement events, and efficient record management across all areas. The company remains dedicated to setting new benchmarks in cleanliness, administrative efficiency, and environmental consciousness in alignment with the Government’s vision of a cleaner and greener India.

Notably, NCL has set an ambitious target under the campaign, encompassing cleaning at 75 locations, sanitation across 85,000 square feet of area, disposal of 2,500 metric tonnes of scrap, review of 350 physical files, and examination of 9,000 e-files.