Koriya/Surajpur, June 5 -- South Eastern Coalfields Limited (SECL), a subsidiary of Coal India Limited, is revolutionizing agriculture in Chhattisgarh by channeling mine water to irrigate over 3,000 hectares of farmland near its collieries in Koriya and Surajpur districts, effectively doubling farmers' incomes through sustainable mining practices.

SECL's innovative 'Mine Water Utilisation' program harnesses groundwater from its underground and open-cast mines and treats it for agricultural use. This initiative has reduced farmers' reliance on monsoon rains, enabling year-round cultivation of crops such as paddy, wheat, and horticultural produce. The program aligns with Prime Minister Narendra Modi's vision of doubling farmers' incomes, f...