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CBSE Class 10 English AIP - Conversation Between Two Friends Travelling together in a Train

Varun: "Hey! This is Varun from Bhadradri Kothagudem district, Telangana".

Tarun: "Hi! I'm Tarun. I am from Pakur district, Jharkhand"

Varun: "Great! So, you too belong to the coal belt right."

Tarun: "Yes. The Pachwara coal block in our district is a part of the broader Rajmahal Coalfields".

Varun: "Hey! Tarun. Look out of the window. We're passing through the mining giant - Singareni Coalmines".

Tarun: "Wow! awesome view of the open-cast mines".

Varun: "And look at the vastness of these mines".

Tarun: "Pachawara is smaller than Singareni Coalfields".

Varun: "But both are rich in coal reserves and make significant contribution to India's energy needs".

Tarun: "Exactly. Pachwara Coalmines play a vital role in the economy of Jharkhand".

Varun: "Is Pachwara Coalmine under the control of state govt?"

Tarun: "No. It is under Central Coalfields Ltd., a part of Coal India Ltd. And what about Singareni Collaries?".

Varun: "Well, Singareni Collaries is co-owned by the Telangana Govt and Govt of India. This is one of the oldest and biggest coal mines of India and is in the Godavari valley".

Tarun: "Quite interesting. Can you tell me more about Singareni Collaries".

Varun: "Well, Singareni coalmines have both underground and open-cast mining operations".

Tarun: "That's great. What's the annual coal production of Singareni Collaries?"

Varun: "Approx. sixty million tons with large scale of operations spanning over an area of 350 square kilometres."

Tarun: "Wow! What a massive production! Pachwara's annual production is about twenty million tons".

Varun: "Both these mines are rich coal reserves of India and they significantly contribute to the energy needs of the country".

Tarun: "Right. Coal from Pachwara mines is primarily supplied to power plants making it vital for electricity generation. Several states in North India depend on its output".

Varun: "You know, Singareni mines are a key source of thermal coal that is used in electricity generation. It supplies to many power plants across India".

Tarun: "O, I see. Pachwara mine contributes to local and state revenue through royalties and mining fees. It provides substantial employment in the region uplifting the socio-economic conditions".

Varun: "Great to know that coal mines can shape the economy of the state and nation and uplift the financially backward ones by generating employment opportunities".

Tarun: "Varun, do you know that inspite of generating employment, these mines have faced challenges as well particularly land acquisition and tribal rights".

Varun: "Yes, I know. However, our govt is making efforts to balance economic growth with the welfare of the local population".

Tarun: "Of course. Pachwara has implemented measures to reduce water consumption and restore natural habitats".

Varun: "Yes, Singareni also implemented various sustainable practices to minimize its environmental impact. It took initiatives to reduce carbon emissions and restore mined land".

Tarun: "That's a great initiative. It's really good to see the authorities of the coalmines taking necessary steps towards sustainability".

Varun: "Of course. Both the mines are crucial for India's energy security and economic growth".

Tarun: "Absolutely. Coal is still the king in India's energy mix".

Varun: "The coal reserves of Singareni might probably last for another thirty years. Hope we diversify our energy sources for a sustainable future".

Tarun: "And Pachwara has got twenty years' worth of coal left. We must embrace renewable sources for a smooth transition".

Varun: "Both these coalmines are unsung heroes of India's energy security and economic prosperity".

Tarun: "Varun, shall we together visit these mines to see the operations closely".

Varun: "Definitely. Let's explore together and discover some new insights".

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