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How NCL Transforms Mining Waste into Art Amid Clean India Drive

Northern Coalfields is turning mining waste into beautiful art installations, including a peacock sculpture made from iron scrap. The company has installed bio-toilets to provide eco-friendly sanitation facilities for workers and local communities. Students participated in a creative Waste to Art competition, learning about recycling and sustainable practices. NCL aims to clean 75 locations and dispose of 2,500 metric tonnes of scrap as part of its environmental commitment.

Key Points: Northern Coalfields Waste to Art Sanitation Campaign Initiatives

  • Peacock sculpture crafted from mining scrap promotes waste recycling
  • Five bio-toilets installed for sustainable sanitation facilities
  • Student art competition inspires recycling awareness
  • Targeting 2,500 tonnes scrap disposal across 75 locations
  • Cleanliness drives cover 85,000 square feet operational areas
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Northern Coalfields Limited promotes 'Waste to Art' and Sanitation under Special Campaign 5.0

NCL launches Waste to Art program with peacock sculptures from scrap, installs bio-toilets, and engages students in recycling competitions under Special Campaign 5.0.

"The artwork symbolises NCL's commitment to environmental stewardship and innovation - Northern Coalfields Limited"

New Delhi, October 19

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 the National Bird, the Peacock and Barasingha, is being installed, creatively crafted from iron scrap generated during mining operations. The artwork symbolises 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 organised at Kendriya Vidyalaya, Singrauli, on October 17, 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.

- ANI

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Rohit P
Bio-toilets for workers and communities is a much-needed step. In mining areas, proper sanitation facilities can make a huge difference to public health. Hope this becomes standard across all mining companies.
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Arjun K
While I appreciate the effort, I hope this isn't just for show. Mining companies have a huge environmental impact, and these initiatives should be part of a larger, sustained commitment to ecological responsibility.
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Sarah B
The 'Waste to Art' competition for students is brilliant! Getting young minds involved in recycling and sustainability from an early age will create lasting change. More schools should organize such events.
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Vikram M
The targets mentioned - 2500 metric tonnes of scrap disposal, cleaning 75 locations - are quite ambitious. Hope they achieve these and share the results transparently. This could set a good precedent for other PSUs.
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Michael C
As someone who has visited mining areas, I can say such initiatives make a visible difference. The combination of art, sanitation, and community engagement is a holistic approach that benefits everyone. Well done NCL! 🌟

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