Two-day programme held in Kolkata to strengthen sector-specific CSR planning, implementation and impact assessment
Singareni’s innovative and people-centric CSR initiatives receive appreciation from Coal India and its subsidiary companies
SCCL CMD felicitates DGM Sri Nimma Bhaskar for acquiring specialised qualification in CSR
HYDERABAD, NOVEMBER 07, 2026: Officials of Singareni Collieries Company Limited (SCCL) participated in a two-day national-level capacity-building programme held in Kolkata, aimed at strengthening the effective implementation of Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) initiatives across coal sector public sector undertakings.
The programme, titled “Two-Day Capacity Building Programme on the Sector-Specific CSR Framework for Coal Sector Companies,” was jointly organised by Coal India Limited (CIL) and the Indian Institute of Corporate Affairs (IICA), under the Ministry of Corporate Affairs, Government of India, on November 4 and 5, 2026.
The programme focused on enhancing the effectiveness, transparency and measurable social impact of CSR activities undertaken by coal sector companies.
Professor. Garima Dadhich, Head of the School of Business Environment, IICA, conducted sessions covering sector-specific CSR frameworks, identification and selection of projects, strategic planning, effective utilisation of funds, project implementation, monitoring, evaluation and social impact assessment.
Representing SCCL, Sri Nimma Bhaskar, Deputy General Manager (IE) / Administrative Officer, Hyderabad Office, and Sri S.M.D. Ghouse Pasha, Senior Personnel Officer, CSR Department, participated in the programme.
Singareni’s CSR Initiatives Receive Appreciations
During the programme, Sri Nimma Bhaskar explained the various flagship CSR initiatives being implemented by Singareni Collieries Company Limited. He explained their objectives, implementation strategies, benefits to target communities and contributions to sustainable social development.
He particularly highlighted major initiatives such as the Rajiv Gandhi Civils Abhayahastam programme, Justice on Wheels, provision of breakfast to schoolchildren in association with the Hare Krishna Movement, development of infrastructure in government schools, restoration of water resources and provision of safe drinking water facilities in rural areas.
He also elaborated on the company’s initiatives relating to job fairs, skill development programmes for youth, promotion of beekeeping and other community-oriented development activities aimed at improving livelihoods and enhancing the socio-economic well-being of local communities.
Representatives of Coal India Limited and its subsidiary companies appreciated the innovative and people-centric CSR initiatives undertaken by SCCL. They commended Singareni’s approach towards identifying community needs and implementing result-oriented programmes designed to deliver sustainable, long-term social benefits.
SCCL CMD Felicitates Sri Nimma Bhaskar
Sri Nimma Bhaskar, Deputy General Manager, SCCL, Hyderabad Office, recently completed the Post Graduate Diploma in Corporate Social Responsibility from Indira Gandhi National Open University (IGNOU).
Recognising his achievement in acquiring a specialised academic qualification in CSR and his contribution towards effectively presenting Singareni’s CSR initiatives at the national-level programme, SCCL Chairman and Managing Director Dr. Buddhaprakash Jyoti, IAS, congratulated and felicitated Sri Nimma Bhaskar.
Sri T. Srinivas, General Manager (Coordination and Marketing), was also present on the occasion.
Singareni’s Continued Commitment to Sustainable Community Development
The capacity building programme emphasised that CSR activities should extend beyond the mere allocation and expenditure of funds and should focus on delivering measurable, sustainable and long-term benefits to local communities.
Singareni Collieries Company Limited has been implementing a wide range of CSR initiatives in its operational areas, particularly in the fields of education, healthcare, safe drinking water, environmental protection, rural infrastructure development, skill enhancement and employment opportunities for youth.
Participation in such national-level capacity-building programmes enables SCCL officials to gain exposure to contemporary CSR frameworks, emerging practices and effective monitoring mechanisms.
The knowledge and expertise acquired through these programmes are expected to further strengthen Singareni’s efforts towards implementing CSR initiatives in a more transparent, accountable, effective and outcome-oriented manner, reaffirming the company’s commitment to the welfare and sustainable development of communities in its operational areas.
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