New Delhi: Mahanadi Coalfields Limited (MCL) has sanctioned financial assistance of over Rs 21.26 crore for three corporate social responsibility (CSR) projects in Odisha's Angul district, focusing on healthcare infrastructure, community development and HIV awareness.

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The memoranda of understanding (MoUs) were signed by Jyotirmaya Sinha, General Manager (CSR), MCL, and Abdaal M. Akhtar, IAS, Collector and District Magistrate of Angul, representing the respective organisations.

The largest allocation of Rs 18 crore has been made for the repair and renovation of Pabitra Mohan Pradhan Medical College and Hospital (PMPMCH) in Talcher. The project aims to strengthen healthcare infrastructure and improve access to medical facilities for people in the region.

MCL has also sanctioned Rs 3.20 crore for constructing a multipurpose community hall at Chheliapada. The facility will provide space for community gatherings, meetings and social activities, strengthening local civic infrastructure.

Under the third initiative, MCL has allocated Rs 6.56 lakh for organising 32 HIV awareness and screening camps across 32 identified villages in the Pallahara, Kaniha, R.K. Nagar and Athamallik blocks of Angul district.

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The camps aim to raise awareness about HIV/AIDS, promote preventive healthcare practices and facilitate early screening. Approximately 50,000 residents are expected to benefit from the awareness programmes and screening camps.

Through these CSR projects, MCL is seeking to strengthen public healthcare facilities, develop community infrastructure and expand access to preventive healthcare services in its operational areas.

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