Singareni to Venture into Lithium and Graphite Mining

09 Jan 2025 CW Team

Deputy Chief Minister Bhatti Vikramarka announced that the government plans to expand Singareni Collieries Company Limited (SCCL) into lithium, graphite, and other mineral mining.

The government is set to invite global experts to guide the expansion of Singareni’s mining operations beyond coal fields, ensuring a brighter future for both the company and its employees. This move is in line with the government's long-term vision for the company’s growth.

Vikramarka made the remarks during a programme where the government awarded Rs 1 lakh to each of the 20 students selected for UPSC interviews after passing the Civils mains, under the Rajiv Gandhi Civils Abhaya Hastham scheme.

He criticised the previous BRS government for using SCCL for political purposes, rather than focusing on enhancing its international stature. "The Congress government prioritises the welfare of Singareni employees, believing that when workers are well-cared for, they contribute to the company’s growth," he remarked.

Vikramarka highlighted plans to transform Singareni into a globally recognised institution, moving towards green energy projects in unused mining areas, including solar and pumped storage projects. Recognising the shift away from coal, the Congress government aims to use Singareni’s century-long mining expertise to explore lithium and graphite mining.

The government is also constructing integrated residential schools in each assembly constituency under Singareni, with a minimum cost of Rs 200 crore, to benefit the children of Singareni employees and workers.

Infrastructure Energy

17 Dec 2025

Vedanta Aluminium Uses 1.57 bn Units of Green Energy in FY25

Vedanta Aluminium, India’s largest aluminium producer, recently reported consumption of 1.57 billion units of renewable energy in FY25, marking a significant milestone in its 2030 decarbonisation roadmap. The company also achieved an 8.96 per cent reduction in greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions intensity compared to FY21, reinforcing its leadership in India’s low-carbon manufacturing transition. During FY25, Vedanta Aluminium expanded its renewable energy portfolio through long-term power purchase agreements, strengthening its strategy to source nearly 1,500 MW of renewable power over the lon..

Oberoi Group to Develop Luxury Resort at Makaibari Tea Estate

EIH Limited, the flagship company of The Oberoi Group, has announced the signing of a management agreement to develop an Oberoi luxury resort at the iconic Makaibari Tea Estate in Darjeeling. The project marks a key milestone in the Group’s long-term strategy of creating distinctive hospitality experiences in rare and environmentally significant locations. Established in 1859, Makaibari is one of the world’s oldest tea estates and is globally recognised for its Himalayan landscape, primary forests and exceptional biodiversity. Spread across 1,236 acres, the estate houses one of the world�..

GHV Infra Secures Rs 1.09 Bn EPC Order in Jamshedpur

GHV Infra Projects Ltd, a fast-growing EPC company in India’s infrastructure and construction sector, has recently secured a Rs 1.09 billion work order in Jamshedpur, Jharkhand. Awarded by a reputed group entity, the contract covers end-to-end civil construction, mechanical, electrical and plumbing (MEP) systems, along with high-quality finishing works for a large building development. The project will be executed over a 30-month period, with defined benchmarks for quality, safety and timely delivery. The order strengthens GHV Infra’s footprint in Jamshedpur, a key industrial hub known fo..