Sambalpur : Mahanadi Coalfields Limited (MCL), a key subsidiary of Coal India Limited, organized a formal farewell ceremony to honor Pranab Kumar Patel, Chief Vigilance Officer (CVO), marking the successful completion of his tenure with the company.
The event, आयोजित as a traditional “Samman Samaroh” at the company’s corporate headquarters in Sambalpur, brought together senior leadership, officials, and employees to recognize Patel’s contributions to strengthening vigilance and transparency within the organization.
Leadership Commends Vigilance Reforms
Speaking at the समारोह, Uday Anant Kaole, Chairman-cum-Managing Director (CMD) of MCL, praised Patel for his dedication and proactive approach in reinforcing vigilance systems. He highlighted the importance of strong internal oversight mechanisms in ensuring ethical operations within large public sector enterprises.
Patel’s tenure was marked by efforts to enhance transparency, improve compliance frameworks, and promote accountability across MCL’s operations.
Emotional Tribute and Participation
Adding a personal touch to the occasion, Keshav Rao, Director (Human Resources), presented a self-composed poem dedicated to Patel, reflecting appreciation and respect from the organization.
The ceremony was also attended by:
- Ajit Kumar Behura, Director (Finance)
- Sanjay Jha, Director (Technical)
- Senior officials and employees from various departments
Recognizing a Legacy of Integrity
Throughout his tenure, Patel played a significant role in strengthening the vigilance framework within MCL, contributing to better governance practices in one of India’s major coal-producing companies. His work was widely acknowledged as instrumental in promoting a culture of integrity and transparency.
About MCL
Mahanadi Coalfields Limited is a major arm of Coal India Limited and plays a crucial role in India’s energy ecosystem by supplying coal to power plants and industries across the country.
The farewell ceremony concluded with the leadership expressing gratitude for Pranab Kumar Patel’s service and wishing him success, good health, and new achievements in his future endeavors.
