The Ministry of Coal is recognizing high-performing mines for their achievements in operational efficiency, environmental sustainability, technological advancement, and responsible resource management at the Star Rating Awards Ceremony on 2 November 2026 in Raipur, Chhattisgarh.
The Ministry of Coal will celebrate exemplary achievements in coal and lignite mining at a Star Rating Awards Ceremony on 2 November 2026 in Raipur, Chhattisgarh. This ceremony aims to honour mines that have demonstrated excellence across key parameters such as operational efficiency, environmental sustainability, occupational health and safety, technological advancement, responsible resource management, and sustainable development. The Chief Guest at the ceremony is Shri G. Kishan Reddy, Union Minister of Coal and Mines.
The awards will be based on a structured framework provided by the Star Rating Policy for Coal Mines, which assesses mining performance against a comprehensive set of parameters including operational efficiency, adoption of technology, occupational health and safety, environmental management, sustainable development, rehabilitation and resettlement, and initiatives for the welfare of local communities.
Mines are awarded ratings ranging from five stars to no star following assessment and validation by reviewers appointed by the Coal Controller’s Organisation. Mines achieving the highest star ratings for the assessment year 2024–25 will be felicitated at the ceremony. The ceremony will also serve as a platform to acknowledge mines that have demonstrated excellence in responsible mining, efficient resource utilization, environmental stewardship, and sustainable development.
The Union Minister of State for Coal and Mines, Shri Satish Chandra Dubey, will attend as the Guest of Honour, while the Chief Minister of Chhattisgarh, Shri Vishnu Deo Sai, will be the Special Guest. Senior officials from the Ministry, CMDs of coal and lignite PSUs, industry stakeholders, and State Government representatives are also expected to attend.
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