Bilaspur, 27 March : Harish Duhan has officially taken charge as the Chairman-cum-Managing Director (CMD) of South Eastern Coalfields Limited (SECL) on March 26, 2025. On his arrival at SECL Headquarters on March 27, 2025, he was accorded a Guard of Honour by the SECL Security Contingent. He was warmly welcomed by the Functional Directors, Chief Vigilance Officer (CVO), and Heads of Departments (HoDs) of SECL.
Prior to his appointment as CMD of SECL, Shri Duhan served as Director Technical (Operations) at Central Coalfields Limited. The Public Enterprises Selection Board (PESB), Government of India, had recommended his name for the top post at SECL in December 2024.
Shri Duhan brings with him a wealth of experience spanning over 34 years in the mining sector. His expertise includes implementing First Mile Connectivity (FMC) projects, driving digitization initiatives, and overseeing the development of solar projects in Coal India Limited.
An alumnus of Nagpur University, Shri Duhan holds a Bachelor’s degree in Mining Engineering. He joined Coal India Limited in 1989 from Western Coalfields and has since held several key positions, including Area General Manager of the Nigahi Project and General Manager of Corporate Project Planning at Northern Coalfields Limited, a subsidiary of Coal India Limited. He also holds a First Class Mine Manager Certificate and a Post Graduate Diploma in Management.
With his vast industry knowledge and strategic vision, Shri Duhan is expected to steer SECL towards greater achievements in coal production, technological advancements, and sustainable development initiatives.
