SECL sets new benchmark with record 1,401 rake coal dispatch in August

South Eastern Coalfields Limited (SECL) achieved a historic milestone in August 2025 by dispatching 1,401 rakes of coal, marking a growth of 34.45 per cent over August 2024, when 1,042 rakes were moved.

The company’s flagship mega projects played a central role in this achievement, with Gevra contributing 268 rakes, Dipka 202, and Kusmunda 271. The Raigarh area also made a significant mark, dispatching 248 rakes of coal to thermal power plants across the country.

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In the current financial year (April–August 2025), SECL has dispatched a total of 7,699 rakes, reflecting an 8.21 per cent increase compared to the same period last year. In overall coal transportation through railways, the company reported a 9.4 per cent growth during FY 2025–26.

Company officials credited the progress of First Mile Connectivity (FMC) projects for enabling this performance. “Rail-based coal dispatch has enhanced efficiency while offering clear economic and environmental benefits,” SECL noted in a statement.

At present, SECL is implementing 17 FMC projects with a cumulative capacity of 233 million tonnes per annum (MTPA). Of these, nine projects (151 MTPA) have already been commissioned, while the remaining eight projects (82 MTPA) are advancing and expected to be completed within the next two to three years.