Archive · 22 Dec 2025
MCL and NDRF Conduct Mock Rescue Drill in Odisha
MCL and NDRF worked together to practice a rescue drill in a coal mine in Odisha.
They pretended that two workers were in trouble in a water-filled area.
The rescue teams worked quickly and saved the workers.
They also gave them first aid.
This exercise helped them check if they are ready for real emergencies and how well they can work together.
MCL wants to make sure their mines are safe and that they can help workers if something bad happens.
MCL and NDRF conducted a mock rescue drill at Kulda OCP in Odisha's Sundargarh district.
The drill focused on handling water-related emergencies in mining operations.
A simulated scenario involved two pump operators in distress in a water-filled area.
Rescue teams successfully traced, rescued, and provided medical attention to the workers.
The exercise demonstrated MCL's commitment to mine safety and disaster preparedness.
- Who
- Mahanadi Coalfields Limited (MCL) and National Disaster Response Force (NDRF)
- What
- Conducted a mock rescue drill to simulate and practice emergency response
- When
- Monday (specific date not mentioned)
- Where
- Kulda Opencast Project (OCP) in the Basundhara area, Sundargarh district, Odisha
- Why
- To assess and strengthen disaster preparedness and emergency response systems
- Organizations Involved
- Mahanadi Coalfields Limited (MCL), National Disaster Response Force (NDRF)
- Location
- Kulda Opencast Project (OCP), Basundhara area, Sundargarh district, Odisha
- Scenario
- Simulated water-related emergency with two pump operators in distress
- Rescue Outcome
- Both workers successfully rescued and provided medical attention
- Objective
- Assess and strengthen disaster preparedness and emergency response systems