NEW DELHI — To assess the safety status of coal companies, Secretary, the Ministry of Coal, Amrit Lal Meena has reviewed the ongoing development of the National Coal Mines Safety Report Portal as part of the Zero Accident Goal fixed for the sector, according to an official statement issued on Saturday. The review meeting was attended by the Chairman, Coal India Limited (CIL) and CMDs of subsidiaries of CIL, along with senior officials of the Ministry. Meena emphasised the necessity of conducting 100 per cent safety audits across all coal mines. He reaffirmed the ministry’s commitment to achieving “Zero Accident, Fail-Proof Safety”. The CIL Chairman demonstrated the portal, and officers contributed valuable insights to accelerate safety improvements in coal mines. The demonstration of the portal showcased two key modules — the Accident Module and the Safety Audit Module. Given the numerous operational and occupational hazards in coal mining, stringent safety protocols are essential for safe working in mines. Coal Companies are dedicated to implementing a comprehensive safety policy, aligning with their vision and mission, according to the official statement. Also read: Indian Railways achieves record coal loading of 728 million tons in 2023-24 The National Coal Mines Safety Report Portal...