SECL Becomes First Coal Company to Open Four AMRIT Pharmacies

South Eastern Coalfields Limited (SECL), a Chhattisgarh-based subsidiary of Coal India, has opened its fourth AMRIT (Affordable Medicines and Reliable Implants for Treatment) Pharmacy, making it the first coal company to do so. This 216th AMRIT pharmacy, located at SECL’s Health Centre in Indira Vihar Colony, Bilaspur, will provide generic and life-saving medicines at highly subsidized rates, benefiting SECL employees, the general public, and underserved tribal and rural communities. This initiative aligns with the government’s Special Campaign 4.0 to promote inclusivity and improve access to healthcare.

Flagship Initiative

Launched in 2015 by the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare, AMRIT pharmacies offer discounted medicines, implants, and surgical consumables. SECL’s four pharmacies are located in Bilaspur, Gevra (Korba district, CG), Sohagpur (Shahdol district, MP), and Chirimiri (Manendragarh-Chirimiri-Bharatpur district, CG), focusing on critical conditions such as cancer and cardiovascular diseases.

CMD’s Vision

Dr. Prem Sagar Mishra, CMD of SECL, emphasized the company’s commitment to providing affordable healthcare to its employees and local communities, contributing to the judicious use of medical resources and reducing medical reimbursement costs.

Special Campaign 4.0

The new pharmacy, built by utilizing vacant space under Special Campaign 4.0, highlights SECL’s adoption of best practices, ensuring enhanced healthcare access for both SECL employees and the surrounding tribal and rural populations.

South Eastern Coalfields Limited (SECL) : Key Points

Founded: 1985

Headquarters: Bilaspur, Chhattisgarh

Parent Company: Coal India Limited

Operations: SECL operates in Chhattisgarh and Madhya Pradesh, and is the largest coal-producing subsidiary of Coal India.

Annual Coal Production: Over 150 million tonnes (largest contributor to Coal India’s total output)

Notable Achievement: First coal company to operate four AMRIT Pharmacies.

Key Contribution: Supports power generation, steel production, and other key industries through coal supply.

Community Focus: Active in CSR activities, providing healthcare, education, and infrastructure support in coal mining areas.

SECL Opens Fourth AMRIT Pharmacy

Why in News	Key Points
New Pharmacy Opening	SECL, a Coal India subsidiary, opened its 4th AMRIT Pharmacy at Indira Vihar Colony, Bilaspur.
Unique Achievement	First coal company to operate multiple AMRIT Pharmacies.
Purpose & Beneficiaries	Supports SECL employees, the general public, and underserved communities with affordable medicines.
AMRIT Pharmacy Initiative	Launched in 2015 by the Ministry of Health; offers discounted generic and life-saving medicines.
SECL Pharmacy Locations	Bilaspur, Gevra (Korba), Sohagpur (Shahdol, MP), Chirimiri (MCB District).
CMD’s Vision	Dr. Prem Sagar Mishra emphasized affordable healthcare and cost reduction for employees and communities.
Special Campaign 4.0	Utilized vacant spaces for pharmacy setup, focusing on healthcare access in tribal and rural areas.
About SECL	Founded in 1985; HQ: Bilaspur, Chhattisgarh; Parent: Coal India Ltd; Major coal producer.
Annual Production & Contributions	Over 150 million tonnes of coal; key supplier for power, steel, and industry; significant CSR efforts.