Eastern Coalfields Ltd (ECL), a subsidiary of Coal India, has deployed AI-driven drones to assess green cover and land reclamation at its Sonepur-Bazari mining area in West Bengal. The initiative uses drone-based mapping, geospatial analytics, and ecological surveys to evaluate plantation performance and restoration success. This data-driven approach aims to enhance accuracy in environmental monitoring, supporting informed decisions for mine closure and long-term ecological management, with the study conducted by CSIR-CIMFR.