Delhi Court Discharges Former Coal Secretary HC Gupta and Ex-Official in Mednirai Block Allocation Case. The UPA-era coal scam involving the Mednirai block allocation has seen former coal secretary HC Gupta and ex-joint secretary K S Kropha cleared of all charges by a Delhi court. However, director Vijay Bothra and employee Rakesh Khare of Kohinoor Steel Private Limited have been charged with criminal conspiracy and cheating. The case has been a focal point in India’s anti-corruption efforts, shedding light on fraudulent practices in governmental coal allocations. Stay updated on the latest developments in this high-profile case.