10.1080/03601585.2015.1026592

This paper presents an environmental impact assessment of the Raniganj coal mine, one of the largest coal mines in India. The study aimed to evaluate the impacts of coal mining on the environment, including air and water pollution, land degradation, and ecological damage.

The Raniganj Coal Mine is a titan of Indian industry. From lighting the furnaces of the Industrial Revolution in India to powering modern thermal plants, its contribution is undeniable. While it grapples with the environmental costs of centuries of extraction, it is currently undergoing a transformation aimed at balancing energy security with ecological responsibility.

The history of Raniganj is synonymous with the history of coal in India.

The coalfield is part of the , dating back to the Permian age.