Ministry of Coal Hosts Star Rating Awards 2024-25
Ministry of Coal · Economy · Posted 02 NOV 2026 8:19PM
What happened
The Ministry of Coal hosted the Annual Star Rating Awards Ceremony for FY 2024-25 in Raipur, Chhattisgarh, where 50 coal mines received Five-Star Ratings. Additionally, winners of the Hackathon on R&D 2026 were recognised for AI-driven solutions in smart mining.
Why it matters for UPSC
This release is important for UPSC GS-III as it highlights government initiatives for sustainable development, energy security, and governance in the mineral and coal sector.
Key objectives
- Recognise outstanding performance and excellence in India's coal and lignite mining sector for FY 2024-25.
- Award 50 coal mines with Five-Star Ratings, with 10 mines securing top positions with scores exceeding 93 per cent.
- Promote healthy competition, safety, environmental protection, scientific mining, and adoption of modern technologies like AI through the Hackathon on R&D 2026.