The Coal Controller Organisation (CCO) has launched its in-house Mine Repurposing Tool, SUVIKALP. The tool aims to help stakeholders make informed decisions on sustainable mine repurposing projects through a structured and data-driven process. CCO has also organized a series of webinars to share best practices related to post-mining land use.
The Coal Controller Organisation (CCO), under the Ministry of Coal, is promoting scientific mine closure and sustainable repurposing of post-mining land through various initiatives. One such initiative is the development of an in-house Mine Repurposing Tool called SUVIKALP.
The tool assists stakeholders in selecting suitable mine repurposing projects using a structured and data-driven decision-making process. It evaluates and ranks projects based on multiple technical, environmental, social, and economic criteria.
Once a project is identified, users can explore implementation pathways through PRISM (Post-Mining Repurposing Implementation Strategy Model). PRISM provides project concepts, implementation approaches, case studies, sample Detailed Project Reports (DPRs), tender documents, and information on agencies working in similar sectors.
The innovation and utility of SUVIKALP received national recognition through the SKOCH Gold Award 2026 under the category ‘Digital Operational Efficiency – Data Driven Decision Making’. The award was presented on 26 September 2026.
As part of its efforts to support informed decision-making on mine closure and sustainable repurposing, CCO has also undertaken the SUVIKALP Samvaad Webinar Series. This national webinar series brought together various stakeholders to share practical solutions, innovative models, and best practices related to post-mining land use.
The series consisted of 12 thematic webinars covering topics such as RECLAIM and L.I.V.E.S. frameworks, SUVIKALP Mine Repurposing Tool, PMU establishment, community engagement, tourism and destination development, livelihood opportunities, financing mechanisms, innovative uses of abandoned mine voids, and national and international experiences of mine transition.
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