From Sidings To Standstill: Bharat Coking Coal’s ABOCP Mine Hit Hard

Bharat Coking Coal Limited (BCCL), a subsidiary of Coal India Limited, has reported that mining and transportation activities at ABOCP Mine were forcibly halted by local groups. The stoppage began around 3:00 PM on April 2 and continues, affecting coal supply from the Block-II area.  

Operational Disruption  
The company highlighted that local mazdoors, previously engaged in shale-picking work, have been demanding full-time wages despite reduced departmental production and outsourcing changes that rendered their roles less relevant. This has led to repeated unrest, culminating in the current stoppage.  

Company Response 
BCCL has lodged an FIR at Baghmara Police Station, informed senior authorities, and escalated the matter to law enforcement including the SSP, Dhanbad, and DIG (CISF). The issue has also been reported to the company’s HR leadership for further action.  

Key Highlights  

• Coal mining and dispatch halted at ABOCP Mine since April 2  
• Unorganised persons demanding full-time wages despite reduced work scope  
• BCCL lodged FIR and informed police and CISF authorities  
• Operational disruption continues, impacting Block-II coal supply  

Sources: Bharat Coking Coal Limited regulatory filing