Archive · 24 Jul 2026
Telangana Supports Singareni's Expansion Beyond Coal
The Deputy Chief Minister of Telangana, Bhatti Vikramarka, has promised full government support to help Singareni, a 130-year-old coal mining company, become more competitive and diversify into new areas like solar power, wind energy, and critical minerals.
He said Singareni should not rely only on coal mining but should explore other sectors to stay ahead.
He also criticized the previous government for not planning well and not securing new coal resources.
The current government is working to resolve issues related to new projects and is encouraging Singareni to adopt a corporate-style approach to achieve its goals.
The Telangana government will fully support Singareni's expansion and diversification into emerging sectors.
Singareni should proactively diversify into sectors like solar power, wind energy, and critical minerals.
The Deputy Chief Minister criticized the previous government for lacking long-term vision and strategic planning.
The current government has expedited issues related to land acquisition and forest clearances for new projects.
Singareni should adopt a corporate-style approach to achieve strategic goals within defined deadlines.
- Who
- Deputy Chief Minister Bhatti Vikramarka and senior officials of Singareni and Telangana GENCO
- What
- Government support for Singareni's expansion and diversification into emerging sectors
- When
- Friday (specific date not mentioned)
- Where
- Singareni headquarters in Kothagudem, Hyderabad
- Why
- To ensure Singareni's competitiveness and sustainability in a changing energy landscape
Current Government's Vision
Previous Government's Approach
Strategic Planning and Vision
Current Government's Vision
The current government emphasizes long-term vision and strategic planning for Singareni's growth and diversification into emerging sectors.
Previous Government's Approach
The previous BRS government lacked long-term vision and strategic planning, failing to secure new coal resources and plan effectively for thermal power projects.
Coal Block Auctions
Current Government's Vision
The current government has expedited and resolved issues related to land acquisition and forest clearances for new projects.
Previous Government's Approach
The previous government failed to participate effectively in coal block auctions, depriving Singareni of new coal resources.
- Company Name
- Singareni Collieries Company Limited (SCCL)
- Deputy Chief Minister
- Bhatti Vikramarka
- Location
- Hyderabad, India
- Company Age
- 130 years
- Key Sectors
- Coal mining, thermal power, critical minerals
- Future Focus
- Solar power, pumped storage, wind energy, hydrogen, rare earth minerals
Sources
Government Extends Full Support for Singareni's Expansion: Bhatti
Telangana Dy CM Asks SCCL, TG GENCO to Prepare Action Plan on Coal Requirement
Government Extends Full Support for Singareni’s Expansion Beyond Coal: Bhatti Vikramarka
Telangana Government Directs SCCL To Prepare for Major Energy Transition Over Next 20 Years