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Time of India
a day ago
- Business
- Time of India
Ministry of Coal organises hands-on-training workshop on Exploration Module of Single Window Clearance System
In a significant move to accelerate digital transformation in the coal sector, the Ministry of Coal organised a hands-on training workshop and interactive session on the Exploration Module of the Single Window Clearance System (SWCS) on July 25, as per a release. The training workshop was held at the Tagore Chamber, SCOPE Complex, New Delhi, with the aim of equipping stakeholders with a deeper understanding of the module's functionalities and promoting its adoption for the efficient handling of exploration-related submissions and approvals. Rupinder Brar, Additional Secretary and Nominated Authority (AS & NA), chaired the session and emphasised the transformative potential of digital platforms in expediting and simplifying approval processes within the coal sector. She urged all stakeholders to proactively engage with the SWCS portal, highlighting that digital systems are essential for achieving transparency, efficiency, and accountability. The workshop also featured the participation of senior officials from the Ministry of Coal, who offered technical briefings and addressed queries and concerns of stakeholders regarding the module's operational framework. In collaboration with CMPDIL , the Ministry facilitated a detailed demonstration of the Exploration Module, providing participants with a practical understanding of its end-to-end digital workflow. The session outlined the complete process for submission, evaluation, and approval of critical exploration documents, including Geological Report (GR) schemes, progress updates, compliance filings, and final GRs. This hands-on walkthrough provided stakeholders with greater clarity on the module's functionalities and underscored its role in streamlining and digitising exploration approvals. The Exploration Module that was launched by the Union Minister of Coal and Mines, G Kishan Reddy, on July 4, marks a significant milestone in the Ministry's digital governance journey by replacing the manual process with a fully digital system. It enables real-time tracking, structured timelines, and automated communication, thereby minimising delays and fostering a transparent and accountable approval mechanism. It represents a key step toward a more efficient and modern coal administration framework. The workshop saw active and enthusiastic participation from a broad range of stakeholders, including coal block allottees , accredited exploration agencies, and senior technical personnel. Participants commended the Exploration Module for its user-friendly interface, streamlined processes, and capacity to simplify clearances. The interactive format encouraged open dialogue, allowing stakeholders to raise implementation-specific concerns and receive guidance directly from Ministry officials and CMPDIL experts, fostering a collaborative and solution-oriented environment. The Exploration Module forms an integral part of the wider Single Window Clearance System (SWCS), which has been operational since January 11, 2021. The SWCS serves as a unified digital gateway for obtaining various statutory clearances, including Mining Plans, Mine Opening Permissions, and Environmental and Forest Clearances. It is already integrated with the National Single Window System (NSWS) and is being aligned with PARIVESH 2.0 to enable seamless inter-ministerial coordination and digital synergy. The Ministry of Coal reaffirms its steadfast commitment to fostering a transparent, efficient, and technology-driven governance ecosystem. By promoting the widespread adoption of digital platforms, such as the SWCS and its Exploration Module, the Ministry is paving the way for faster clearances, improved accountability, and streamlined operations across the coal sector. Stakeholders are encouraged to fully embrace these digital systems, in alignment with the national vision of Viksit Bharat and Digital India, to drive sustainable growth and operational excellence in the years ahead.
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Business Standard
01-07-2025
- Business
- Business Standard
Coal Ministry to launch digital module for faster, transparent clearances
In a bid to further digitise the coal sector, the Ministry of Coal will launch a new Exploration Module on the Single Window Clearance System (SWCS) portal on 4 July 2025. Developed by the Central Mine Planning and Design Institute Limited (CMPDI), the module will enable coal block allottees to submit exploration proposals online, track approvals in real time, and manage compliance documents digitally, the Coal Ministry said in a statement. The module will cover the entire exploration process—from scheme vetting, periodic progress reports, and submission of geological reports to final approval—through a single interface. The launch is part of a broader digital transformation initiative by the Ministry of Coal, which first introduced the SWCS portal on 11 January 2021 to centralise the approval process for coal mining operations. Through the portal, users can apply for statutory permissions, including mining leases, environmental and forest clearances, land acquisition, groundwater approvals, and wildlife permissions, all from one platform. The Mining Plan Module, operational since 2021, allows for the online submission and processing of Mining and Mine Closure Plans. So far, 126 proposals have been received, with 108 processed and the remaining under review. The average clearance time has dropped from up to 12 months in the offline regime to 4.5 months, the statement said. Similarly, the Mine Opening Permission (MOP) Module, launched in November 2024, digitised the process for initiating mining operations. Of the 27 proposals submitted through this module, 19 have been approved and eight are under consideration, it added.
India Gazette
01-07-2025
- Business
- India Gazette
Coal Ministry to launch digital exploration module on July 4
New Delhi [India], July 1 (ANI): The Ministry of Coal is set to launch a new Exploration Module for digital approval of coal block explorations on its Single Window Clearance System (SWCS) web portal on July 4, 2025. According to the ministry, the SWCS web portal is developed in collaboration with the Central Mine Planning and Design Institute Limited (CMPDIL), and this marks a significant step in the complete digitalisation of India's coal exploration process.'The module covers the entire process of Exploration of coal including approval of Geological Report--from Vetting of Exploration Scheme, Submission of Periodic Progress Updates, Submission & Approval of Geological Reports with all communication of observations, compliance uploads, and final approval--all within a single digital interface,' the ministry said in a release. This is expected to drastically reduce the time needed for processing exploration proposals, enhancing both productivity and data initiative aligns with the Ministry's ongoing digital transformation journey, aligned with Prime Minister Narendra Modi's vision for a 'Viksit Bharat' and a digitally empowered ecosystem. The SWCS, launched on January 11, 2021, serves as a unified digital platform for obtaining all necessary clearances and approvals for operationalizing coal mines and boosting coal production. It integrates various statutory permissions from Central Ministries and State Government departments, simplifying the process and improving the ease of doing business in the coal the SWCS portal features several core modules such as Mining Plan Approval, Mine Opening Permission, and integrations with national platforms such as National Single Window System (NSWS), supporting end-to-end digital processing and integration with Parivesh 2.0 being implemented to obtain Environmental Clearances (EC), Forest Clearances (FC), Wild life Registration Module is also a part of SWCS, which allows users to create authorized accounts to access SWCS services. The Mining Plan Module facilitates online submission and approval of Mining Plans and Mine Closure Plans; since its 2021 launch, 108 out of 126 proposals have been processed, reducing average processing time from 9-12 months to 4.5 months. Additionally, the Mine Opening Permission (MOP) Module, launched on November 7, 2024, enables digital submission and prompt approvals for initiating coal mining operations, with 19 of the 27 proposals received to date having been granted. Furthermore, the Project Information Management System (PRIMS) Module is available for submitting project-specific data, tracking clearances, and reporting production. (ANI)
The Hindu
01-07-2025
- Business
- The Hindu
Coal Ministry to launch digital exploration module on July 4
The Ministry of Coal is set to launch a new Exploration Module for digital approval of coal block explorations on its Single Window Clearance System (SWCS) web portal on July 4, 2025. According to the Ministry, the SWCS web portal is developed in collaboration with the Central Mine Planning and Design Institute Limited (CMPDIL), and this marks a significant step in the complete digitalisation of India's coal exploration process. 'The module covers the entire process of Exploration of coal including approval of Geological Report — from Vetting of Exploration Scheme, Submission of Periodic Progress Updates, Submission & Approval of Geological Reports with all communication of observations, compliance uploads, and final approval — all within a single digital interface,' the Ministry said in a release. This is expected to drastically reduce the time needed for processing exploration proposals, enhancing both productivity and data transparency. This initiative aligns with the Ministry's ongoing digital transformation journey, aligned with Prime Minister Narendra Modi's vision for a 'Viksit Bharat' and a digitally empowered ecosystem. The SWCS, launched on January 11, 2021, serves as a unified digital platform for obtaining all necessary clearances and approvals for operationalising coal mines and boosting coal production. It integrates various statutory permissions from Central Ministries and State Government departments, simplifying the process and improving the ease of doing business in the coal sector. Currently, the SWCS portal features several core modules such as Mining Plan Approval, Mine Opening Permission, and integrations with national platforms such as National Single Window System (NSWS), supporting end-to-end digital processing and integration with Parivesh 2.0 being implemented to obtain Environmental Clearances (EC), Forest Clearances (FC), Wild life clearances. The Registration Module is also a part of SWCS, which allows users to create authorized accounts to access SWCS services. The Mining Plan Module facilitates online submission and approval of Mining Plans and Mine Closure Plans; since its 2021 launch, 108 out of 126 proposals have been processed, reducing average processing time from 9-12 months to 4.5 months. Additionally, the Mine Opening Permission (MOP) Module, launched on November 7, 2024, enables digital submission and prompt approvals for initiating coal mining operations, with 19 of the 27 proposals received to date having been granted. Furthermore, the Project Information Management System (PRIMS) Module is available for submitting project-specific data, tracking clearances, and reporting production.
Time of India
01-07-2025
- Business
- Time of India
Coal ministry to launch digital exploration module on SWCS portal on July 4
New Delhi: The Ministry of Coal will launch the digital Exploration Module on the Single Window Clearance System (SWCS) web portal on July 4, 2025, through the Central Mine Planning and Design Institute Limited ( CMPDIL ). The module is scheduled to be inaugurated by the Union Minister of Coal and will mark a step in end-to-end digitalisation of the coal exploration value chain . The module will enable coal block allottees to submit their exploration proposals online. The entire process of exploration—including vetting of exploration schemes, submission of periodic progress updates, and final approval of Geological Reports—will be carried out digitally within the SWCS interface. The system incorporates structured timelines, real-time tracking, automated document management, and integrated dashboards for processing approvals. According to the Ministry, the module has been developed in collaboration with CMPDIL and integrates e-governance best practices and technical validations. It also supports dynamic monitoring of coal resource assessments and aligns with coal block allocation and operationalisation activities. The SWCS portal, launched on January 11, 2021, functions as a single digital gateway for obtaining statutory approvals related to coal mining. It integrates clearances from Central Ministries and State departments, including Mining Plan and Mine Closure Plan, Mining Lease, Environmental and Forest Clearances, Consents to Establish and Operate, Wildlife Clearance, Land Acquisition, and Central Ground Water Clearances. Among the active modules is the Mining Plan Approval Module, operational since 2021, which facilitates online submission and approval of Mining Plans and Mine Closure Plans. All communications—including scrutiny objections and compliance submissions—are conducted digitally. A total of 126 Mining Plan proposals have been received through the SWCS portal, of which 108 have been processed. The average processing time has been reduced to 4.5 months, from the earlier 9 to 12 months in the offline regime. The Mine Opening Permission (MOP) Module, launched on November 7, 2024, replaces the earlier offline process. As of now, 27 MOP proposals have been submitted digitally, with 19 granted and 8 under process. The Project Information Management System (PRIMS) module allows project-specific data submissions in accordance with CMDPA and Vesting Orders. It enables tracking of production, clearances, performance guarantees, and payments. The module also has a sub-section called 'Request with Nominated Authority' for resolution of queries and submissions. Integration with PARIVESH 2.0 for Environmental, Forest, and Wildlife Clearances has been completed and is under implementation to enable smooth exchange of data between the Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change and SWCS. The Ministry stated that this upgrade will automate key data flows and improve operational efficiency. Additionally, the portal has been integrated with the National Single Window System (NSWS), allowing project proponents to initiate registration on NSWS and then access SWCS services. The Ministry urged all stakeholders to utilise the portal modules fully and submit constructive feedback for further improvement. It said coordination and timely action by agencies and allottees will be critical for the system's success.
