Sukinda: The Mining Engineers Association of India (MEAI), Bhubaneswar-Sukinda Chapter, organised a technical seminar on “Geotechnical Solutions for Slope Management in Open-Cast Mines” at Kathapala, Sukinda. The seminar was hosted by Ferro Alloys Corporation Limited (FACOR), Vedanta.
The seminar focused on slope stability and safe management of mine benches and waste dumps, which are important challenges in open-cast mining, particularly as mines become deeper and their designs change.
Around 50 mining professionals and technical personnel from companies operating in and around the Sukinda Valley participated in the programme. Participants included representatives from IMFA, Tata Steel, Jindal Stainless Limited (JSL), Odisha Mining Corporation (OMC), Balasore Alloys and other organisations.
The technical programme included four expert sessions covering slope stability, geotechnical investigations, mine bench management, waste dump stability and new approaches to slope management. The sessions also discussed technologies and practical methods for better slope design, monitoring and safety.
Welcoming the participants, Shambhunath Jha, Vice Chairman, MEAI Bhubaneswar-Sukinda Chapter, highlighted the importance of sharing technical knowledge and industry experience among mining professionals in the region.
The seminar was inaugurated by Sushanta Kumar Mishra, Chairman, MEAI Bhubaneswar-Sukinda Chapter. He stressed the need for greater technical cooperation among mining companies and the use of scientific and innovative methods to address geotechnical challenges.
The event was hosted by Muthumari M, Head – Mines, FACOR, Vedanta. The programme provided a platform for mining professionals to discuss common challenges and exchange technical knowledge.
The seminar concluded with a vote of thanks by Devraj Tiwari, Joint Secretary, MEAI Bhubaneswar-Sukinda Chapter.
