Thread by @Arshadyousafzay

#SECMC is the biggest & most successful public-private partnership between Sindh govt, Engro and other partners. #Thar coal projects have transformed the region and Phase 3 expansion brings more hope for not only Tharis, but also progress of Pakistan.
#PakistanMovingForward

The phase-III expansion of #Thar Block II mine will provide 12.2 million tons of coal annually over the next 30 years for not just the power sector, but also the cement and steel industries. #PakistanMovingForward #SECMC

"#Thar Coal reserves are estimated by the Geological Survey of Pakistan to be approximately 175 billion tons"."After an expansion of the mine, the cost will be reduced up to 27$ per ton" #PakistanMovingForward #SECMC

"#Thar Mine is an open-pit coal mine, operated by Sindh Engro Coal Mining Company, a joint venture between the Government of Sindh and the Engro". "The coal mine covers an area of 9000 square kilometers".
#PakistanMovingForward #SECMC

"#Thar Mine the largest coal mine in Pakistan, the largest lignite mine in Asia, and the seventh-largest coal mine in the world. "The project includes the open-pit coal mine with an annual capacity of 3.8 million"
#PakistanMovingForward #SECMC