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Why 40 Lakh Tonnes of Missing Coal Matters for SCCL
Coal Minister G Kishan Reddy has asked Telangana CM Revanth Reddy to investigate allegations that 40 lakh tonnes of coal worth ₹1,600 crore disappeared from SCCL. The company already carries over ₹51,500 crore in unpaid state dues.
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Coal Minister G Kishan Reddy has asked Telangana Chief Minister Revanth Reddy to open an urgent inquiry into allegations that 40 lakh tonnes of coal worth roughly ₹1,600 crore have disappeared from the Singareni Collieries Company (SCCL).
Reddy posted the request on X alongside a letter dated June 10. The letter cites media reports of irregularities and says the missing coal represents a significant financial loss to SCCL, which is already carrying over ₹51,500 crore in unpaid dues from the Telangana state government.
“Given the financial stress due to over ₹51,500 crore in outstanding dues from the Telangana government, any reported irregularities warrant a thorough investigation,” Reddy wrote. He asked the chief minister to ensure a prompt inquiry, strengthen safeguards where necessary, and secure the smooth operation of SCCL and the welfare of its workforce.
SCCL employs more than 40,000 people. The company is a joint venture between the Telangana government and the central government, with the state holding a majority stake. The unpaid dues have been a recurring point of tension between the two governments.