Amlohri Coal Mine Accelerates Smart Mining with a Private 5G Network
8+
Smart Mining Use Cases Enabled
780 Ha
Mining Area Covered
5G SA
Private Network Deployed
About the Client
Amlohri Coal Mine, operated by Northern Coalfields Limited (NCL), a subsidiary of Coal India Limited (CIL), is one of India’s significant open-cast coal mining operations. As part of Coal India, which contributes over 80% of the country’s coal production and operates more than 300 mines nationwide, Amlohri plays a vital role in supporting India’s energy requirements.
The mine is focused on leveraging next-generation technologies to enhance operational efficiency, workforce safety, and digital transformation initiatives.
Overcoming Connectivity Barriers in a Large-Scale Mining Environment
Limited Connectivity Across Remote Mining Operations
Disruptions in Real-Time Data Transmission
Delays in Fleet Coordination and Automated Operations
Challenges in Maintaining Safety-Critical Communications
Inconsistent High-Definition Video Surveillance
Need for a Future-Ready Digital Infrastructure
Solution
Netar AI deployed a Private 5G Standalone (SA) Network designed specifically for industrial and mining environments. The solution delivers secure, high-bandwidth, and low-latency connectivity to support critical operations and next-generation mining applications.
Solution & Key Components
The deployed Private 5G infrastructure is designed to support third-party industrial applications, including connected fleet management, HD video surveillance, collision avoidance, IoT monitoring, and other real-time mining use cases.
The deployment included:
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Private 5G Core Network
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5G Radio Access Network (gNodeBs)
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Network Management System (NMS)
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IP Multimedia Subsystem (IMS)
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On-Premises Data Centre & Infrastructure, including servers, storage, networking, racks, UPS, power, and cooling
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End-to-End Deployment, Testing, and Integration Services
Impact
Reliable Site-Wide Connectivity
The Private 5G network established consistent, high-performance connectivity across the mining area, supporting uninterrupted operations.
Enhanced Operational Efficiency
Real-time communication and monitoring capabilities improved coordination, visibility, and responsiveness across mining activities.
Improved Workforce Safety
Advanced applications such as collision avoidance, surveillance, and emergency communications strengthened overall safety measures.
Foundation for Smart Mining
The deployment created a scalable digital infrastructure capable of supporting future automation, AI-driven analytics, and autonomous operations.
Increased Situational Awareness
Continuous data collection and monitoring provide operators with real-time insights, enabling faster and more informed decision-making.
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