Western Coalfields Limited (WCL) inaugurated an integrated Area Control Room at its Umrer Area on October 22, 2026, to strengthen operational monitoring, safety and security.
Brajesh Kumar Tripathy, Chief Vigilance Officer (CVO) of Coal India Limited (CIL), inaugurated the facility during his two-day visit to WCL. Ajay Madhukar Mhetre, CVO of WCL, attended the event as the special guest, alongside Dipak Walke, Area General Manager of Umrer Area.
Integration of Monitoring and Security Systems
The new control room brings the Umrer Area’s Electronics and Telecommunication systems together under one roof. It enables centralised monitoring through CCTV surveillance, an RFID-based boom barrier system and a Vehicle Tracking System (VTS). The facility aims to improve transparency and operational efficiency.
WCL Marks Vigilance Awareness Campaign
The event also featured a street play presented by Umrer Area employees as part of the Three Month Preventive Vigilance Awareness Campaign 2026. The performance highlighted the importance of vigilance and integrity in public life.
