SECL Crafts S-400 Model from Scrap to Honour Operation Sindoor
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SECL Crafts S-400 Model from Scrap to Honour Operation Sindoor

South Eastern Coalfields Limited (SECL), a Miniratna subsidiary of Coal India Limited (CIL), has paid tribute to Operation Sindoor by creating a large-scale model of the S-400 missile launcher system and a robotic soldier, both crafted entirely from industrial scrap. The initiative forms part of the ongoing Special Campaign 5.0 (Swachhata Hi Seva).

The installation, developed by the Central Excavation Workshop (CEWS), Gevra, showcases the campaign’s “Waste to Wealth” theme through SECL’s flagship initiative, “Kabad Se Kalakriti.” The artwork symbolises India’s defence prowess, technological advancement, and commitment to sustainability, demonstrating how creativity can transform waste into expressions of national pride.

Constructed using approximately 800 kilograms of metal scrap, including surveyed-off chassis, steel pipes, and iron components, the project was completed in just ten days by a dedicated team of SECL engineers, officers, and technicians. The combined display of the S-400 launcher and a futuristic robotic soldier serves as a powerful emblem of India’s defence preparedness and innovation-driven future.

By transforming industrial waste into patriotic art, SECL has reinforced the objectives of the Swachh Bharat Abhiyan, promoting recycling, sustainability, and a circular economy. The initiative not only encourages resource efficiency but also instils a sense of pride among employees and visitors.

Across its headquarters and operational zones, SECL also organised waste-to-art competitions for employees and their families, motivating them to repurpose discarded materials into creative artworks that raise awareness about environmental conservation and waste management.

Each year, SECL celebrates “Kabad Se Kalakriti” with renewed enthusiasm, producing meaningful scrap-based artworks that reflect its ongoing commitment to cleanliness, sustainability, and national pride.

In earlier campaigns, SECL’s Jamuna Kotma Area had crafted scrap-based statues for public display under Special Campaign 3.0, which garnered nationwide attention. Similarly, under Special Campaign 4.0, the Korba Area created a statue of Mahatma Gandhi entirely from industrial scrap.

Through such creative efforts, SECL continues to set an example of how industrial innovation and environmental responsibility can go hand in hand in building a cleaner, greener, and more inspired India.

South Eastern Coalfields Limited (SECL), a Miniratna subsidiary of Coal India Limited (CIL), has paid tribute to Operation Sindoor by creating a large-scale model of the S-400 missile launcher system and a robotic soldier, both crafted entirely from industrial scrap. The initiative forms part of the ongoing Special Campaign 5.0 (Swachhata Hi Seva). The installation, developed by the Central Excavation Workshop (CEWS), Gevra, showcases the campaign’s “Waste to Wealth” theme through SECL’s flagship initiative, “Kabad Se Kalakriti.” The artwork symbolises India’s defence prowess, technological advancement, and commitment to sustainability, demonstrating how creativity can transform waste into expressions of national pride. Constructed using approximately 800 kilograms of metal scrap, including surveyed-off chassis, steel pipes, and iron components, the project was completed in just ten days by a dedicated team of SECL engineers, officers, and technicians. The combined display of the S-400 launcher and a futuristic robotic soldier serves as a powerful emblem of India’s defence preparedness and innovation-driven future. By transforming industrial waste into patriotic art, SECL has reinforced the objectives of the Swachh Bharat Abhiyan, promoting recycling, sustainability, and a circular economy. The initiative not only encourages resource efficiency but also instils a sense of pride among employees and visitors. Across its headquarters and operational zones, SECL also organised waste-to-art competitions for employees and their families, motivating them to repurpose discarded materials into creative artworks that raise awareness about environmental conservation and waste management. Each year, SECL celebrates “Kabad Se Kalakriti” with renewed enthusiasm, producing meaningful scrap-based artworks that reflect its ongoing commitment to cleanliness, sustainability, and national pride. In earlier campaigns, SECL’s Jamuna Kotma Area had crafted scrap-based statues for public display under Special Campaign 3.0, which garnered nationwide attention. Similarly, under Special Campaign 4.0, the Korba Area created a statue of Mahatma Gandhi entirely from industrial scrap. Through such creative efforts, SECL continues to set an example of how industrial innovation and environmental responsibility can go hand in hand in building a cleaner, greener, and more inspired India.

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