Jharsuguda: District Collector Kunal Motiram Chauhan visited the Ib Valley area under Mahanadi Coalfields Limited (MCL) to inspect and review the coal transportation process. During the visit, he held discussions with the concerned stakeholders and officials to ensure the smooth management of transportation activities and address the various challenges arising in the process.
The visit was attended by Jharsuguda Sub-Collector Sabyasachi Panda, the Jharsuguda SDPO, the Inspector-in-Charge (IIC) of Brajrajnagar Police Station, the General Manager (GM) of MCL’s Ib Valley Area, and other senior officials.
Detailed discussions were held on maintaining law and order in the coal mining areas and ensuring faster and uninterrupted transportation of coal.
On the occasion, the Collector clearly directed that multi-axle vehicles must be deployed for coal transportation from MCL mines in accordance with the prescribed rules and regulations.
He also instructed the Brajrajnagar Truck Owners’ Association not to obstruct or interfere with the coal transportation process in any manner. The administration has directed all concerned parties to strictly comply with the applicable rules and maintain the smooth and normal flow of transportation activities.
