Kolkata, 13 April 2026: The 3rd CIL HR/IR Conclave – Utkarsh ’26 commences at the headquarters of our subsidiary, SECL, in Bilaspur. This two-day conclave brings together HR professionals from all subsidiaries of Coal India to deliberate on evolving HR practices.
Addressing the gathering virtually, Chairman Shri B. Sairam emphasised that the conclave should generate ideas on what Coal India’s HR must do today to ensure the organisation remains indispensable in the future. He highlighted the need to adopt transformative, value-creating HR practices. He further noted that as Coal India ventures into new areas, it is essential to introduce innovative approaches in talent acquisition and manpower utilisation that benefit the organisation.
He also urged HR executives to frame policies that strengthen Coal India not only in performance but also in spirit. Director (HR), Dr. Vinay Ranjan, delivered a talk on “Mind to Mine: The HR Shift Driving Mining Excellence.” He underscored the importance of continuous transformation in organisations and stressed the need to master it.
Drawing from Indian mythology, he illustrated key lessons on transformation and organisational growth. He also stated that HR today acts as a strategic business partner driving organisational success, and the shift from ‘Personnel’ to ‘HR’ in Coal India reflects its transition from a compliance-based function to an innovation-driven profession.
Chief Vigilance Officer Shri Brajesh Kumar Tripathy highlighted the vital role of HR in building a strong and capable workforce, which is crucial for the company’s growth. He noted that HR supports employees throughout their journey—from recruitment to post-retirement engagement—and encouraged HR professionals to make bold, informed decisions and contribute to organisational reforms.
Shri Harish Duhan, CMD, SECL delivered the welcome address. Directors (HR) of our subsidiaries and senior management of SECL, were also present on the occasion.
