Ministry of Coal Reviews CMPDI Exploration & R&D Progress | Advisor Alok Kumar Singh Visit
Ranchi | February 16, 2026: Shri Alok Kumar Singh, Advisor (Projects), Ministry of Coal, Government of India, visited CMPDI on February 16, 2026, to review the company’s exploration and research & development (R&D) initiatives.
During the visit, Shri Singh met Shri Chaudhari Shivraj Singh, CMD, CMPDI, along with Shri Nripendra Nath, Director (Technical/RD&T), and other senior officials.
Focus on Scientific Exploration and Industry Alignment
Shri Alok Kumar Singh chaired a detailed review meeting to assess:
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Progress of ongoing exploration programs
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Status of R&D initiatives
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Future exploration strategies
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Strengthening scientific and technology-driven exploration
The discussions emphasized aligning CMPDI’s R&D efforts with evolving industry requirements and enhancing scientific methodologies in coal exploration.
The review reflects the Ministry’s continued focus on improving exploration efficiency, technological innovation, and long-term resource planning in the coal sector.
CMPDI plays a key role in providing exploration, consultancy, and technical services to the coal industry, supporting India’s energy security framework.