Kantha Fair Organized by Coal India Limited in West Bengal
| Aspect | Details |
|---|---|
| Event | Kantha Fair organized by Coal India Limited (CIL). |
| Organizer | Coal India Limited (CIL), under the Ministry of Coal. |
| Location | West Bengal. |
| Beneficiaries | Women artisans showcasing Kantha embroidery work. |
| Initiative | Kantha Skill Centre established under CIL. |
| Key Highlights | - Celebrating women's achievements. |
| - Central Coalfields Ltd (CCL) hosted a mega event showcasing tribal art, women-led businesses, and technical skills. | |
| - CIL's commitment to sustainable livelihoods through skill development, entrepreneurship, and CSR initiatives. | |
| - Promoting self-reliance among women and uplifting marginalized communities. | |
| About Coal India Limited | - State-owned coal mining corporation established in 1975. |
| - World's largest coal producer. | |
| - Classified as a 'Maharatna' public sector enterprise. | |
| Subsidiaries | 8 subsidiaries, including Eastern Coalfields Limited (ECL), Bharat Coking Coal Limited (BCCL), and Mahanadi Coalfields Limited (MCL). |
| Mining Operations | Operates in 84 mining areas across 8 Indian states with 313 active mines. |
| Strategic Importance | Supplies 78% of India's total coal production. |
| Coal accounts for 40% of India's primary commercial energy needs. | |
| Over half of India's installed power capacity is coal-based. |