💨 Abstract

Union Minister G Kishan Reddy announced the upcoming launch of the National Critical Mineral Mission to boost domestic production, reduce import dependence, and encourage offshore mining auctions. The mission aims to encourage cooperation among states for sustained mining activities. The mission, which will soon receive Cabinet approval, targets critical minerals like lithium, cobalt, copper, nickel, and rare earth elements used in defense equipment and key technologies.

Courtesy: theprint.in

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