Union Minister of State for Coal & Mines, Satish Chandra Dubey, chaired a high-level review meeting on the Revised Jharia Master Plan at Bharat Coking Coal Limited (BCCL) headquarters in Dhanbad. Senior officials from the Ministry of Coal, BCCL CMD Samiran Dutta, Deputy Commissioner Dhanbad Aditya Ranjan, representatives of JRDA, and other district administration officials participated in the meeting.
The minister also inaugurated a newly constructed ICU Ward at BCCL’s Central Hospital, Jagjivan Nagar and the Multi Skill Development Institute (MSDI–III) at Steel Gate, Dhanbad.
During the review, Dubey underscored the importance of the coal industry as the backbone of India’s energy security. He stressed that the Government is not only focusing on enhancing coal production but also on accelerating rehabilitation and social development works in mining-affected regions.
“Projects like the Jharia Master Plan and Belgaria Township are historic initiatives designed to provide displaced families with safe and dignified living. Alongside, skill development institutions and upgraded healthcare facilities will empower local youth and employees to become self-reliant while enjoying a better quality of life,” Dubey said.
Director (Technical–Operations), Sanjay Kumar Singh, presented the latest progress under the Revised Jharia Master Plan, with updates on rehabilitation, skill development, and repurposing of vacated land. Deputy Commissioner Aditya Ranjan also shared details of works completed and upcoming plans for Belgaria Township.
Reviewing the indicators, the Minister emphasised that rehabilitation would be considered complete only when essential civic amenities roads, transportation, hospitals, schools and police stations are fully functional in the new townships. He directed BCCL, JRDA and concerned agencies to meet project objectives within stipulated timelines.
Following the meeting, Dubey inaugurated MSDI–III at Steel Gate, where he distributed keys of five e-rickshaws to beneficiaries under a CSR scheme jointly implemented by BCCL and JRDA. The initiative aims to distribute 50 e-rickshaws to improve mobility in Belgaria Township. The Minister also awarded certificates to 30 students who completed Multi-Skill Technician training at MSDI–II, Belgaria.
Later, Dubey inspected Belgaria Township, interacted with resettled families, and directed authorities to expedite provision of facilities. At the Central Hospital in Jagjivan Nagar, he inaugurated a 16-bedded Surgical ICU Ward, terming it a vital step toward safeguarding the health and well-being of employees and their families.
