Archive · 19 Jul 2026
CISF Seizes 1,799 Tonnes of Coal
The Central Industrial Security Force (CISF) has recently seized a large amount of coal that was being illegally mined, stored, or transported.
They found 1,798.725 metric tonnes of coal worth about ₹1.08 crore.
They also took 84 vehicles and filed 21 complaint cases against people involved in coal theft.
This action was taken after a meeting where the home minister asked for measures to stop illegal coal activities.
The CISF used special powers to conduct searches and file complaints.
They plan to continue their efforts to stop illegal coal activities.
CISF seized 1,798.725 metric tonnes of illegally mined, stored, or transported coal worth ₹1.08 crore over three weeks.
84 vehicles, including heavy-duty trucks and motorcycles, were seized, and 21 complaint cases were registered.
The action follows a review meeting chaired by Union home minister Amit Shah on July 5, aiming for 'Zero Coal Leakage'.
Significant seizures occurred at Bharat Coking Coal Limited (BCCL) in Dhanbad, Eastern Coalfields Limited (ECL) in Sheetalpur, and Central Coalfields Limited (CCL) in Ranchi and CMP (H).
CISF used statutory powers under the Mines and Minerals (Development and Regulation) Act, 1957, for enforcement.
- Who
- Central Industrial Security Force (CISF)
- What
- Seizure of 1,798.725 metric tonnes of illegally mined, stored, or transported coal worth ₹1.08 crore
- When
- Over the past three weeks
- Where
- Coalfields under CISF security cover, including Dhanbad, Sheetalpur, Ranchi, and CMP (H)
- Why
- To achieve 'Zero Coal Leakage' and curb illegal mining and pilferage
- Amount of coal seized
- 1,798.725 metric tonnes
- Value of seized coal
- ₹1.08 crore
- Number of vehicles seized
- 84
- Number of complaint cases
- 21
- Key locations of seizure
- Dhanbad, Sheetalpur, Ranchi, CMP (H)
- Act used for enforcement
- Mines and Minerals (Development and Regulation) Act, 1957
- Key sections used
- Sections 22, 23B, 24
