Bhatti Vikramarka inspects Manuguru open cast mine; says govt. will take all necessary steps to safeguard and promote interests of Singareni
Deputy Chief Minister Mallu Bhatti Vikramarka inspected the Manuguru Open Cast Mine to review coal production and operational efficiency. He directed officials to pursue new coal block acquisitions to secure the future of the Singareni Collieries Company Limited.
Why it matters
The Singareni Collieries Company is a vital state-owned enterprise, and its operational health directly impacts regional energy security and employment.
Deputy Chief Minister Mallu Bhatti Vikramarka visited the Manuguru Open Cast Mine in Bhadradri Kothagudem district and conducted a detailed field inspection.
During the visit, he reviewed the mine’s operations and held extensive discussions with officials on key aspects such as coal production, quality and overall performance.
The Deputy Chief Minister sought detailed information from officials regarding the Manuguru mine, which commenced operations in 1976, including the quality of coal being extracted and the remaining life of the mine. He personally entered the mine and examined the quality of the coal by inspecting it first hand.
Emphasising the importance of securing Singareni’s future, he directed officials to actively participate in upcoming coal block auctions and acquire new coal blocks for the Singareni Collieries Company Limited.
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