Event Overview & Highlights
On 19 February 2026, the event titled "Indian Critical Minerals Landscape: Foundation for a Sustainable Future" took place at FICCI Federation House. This gathering focused on the critical role of minerals in supporting sustainable development within India. It brought together industry experts, policymakers, and stakeholders to explore the current landscape of critical minerals and their significance in fostering a sustainable future. The discussions encompassed various aspects, including the challenges and opportunities associated with mineral resource management, technological advancements, and the importance of sustainable practices in the sector. Participants exchanged insights on strategies to enhance the domestic supply chain and reduce dependency on imports, thereby contributing to national goals of sustainability and self-reliance. The event served as a significant step towards understanding the complexities of the critical minerals sector and its potential impact on India's economic and environmental landscape.
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Critical Minerals and Rare Earth Elements: Driving India's Transition to a Resilient and Self-reliant Economy
The report situates critical minerals and rare earth elements (REEs) at the heart of a rapidly transforming global economy shaped by decarbonisation, technological advancement, and strategic re-industrialisation. It highlights how minerals such as lithium, cobalt, nickel, graphite, copper, and REEs are indispensable to clean energy systems, electric mobility, digital infrastructure, and defence technologies. While global demand for these minerals is expected to grow two to three times by 2030, supply chains remain highly concentrated - particularly in refining and processing, which are dominated by a few geographies. This structural imbalance, coupled with rising geopolitical tensions, export controls, and environmental constraints, ...
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