The sustainable utilization of mine water resources by public sector companies under the coal ministry has benefited over 17 lakh people in nine states. The stored mine water is used for various purposes such as domestic and drinking water supply, irrigation, groundwater replenishment, dust suppression, and machinery washing. Around 46% of the discharged mine water is allocated for community uses, 49% for domestic and industrial needs, and 6% for groundwater recharge initiatives.