Changlang, Oct. 6 -- Union Minister of Coal and Mines, G Kishan Reddy, on Monday said that exploration of critical minerals in Northeast India is the main agenda of the government, among other activities.

Speaking to the reporters during the inauguration of the Namchik-Namphuk Coal Mine in Changlang district of Arunachal Pradesh today, the Minister said, "We want to develop the Northeast in every sector. Currently, coal-based activities are ongoing in Assam, and in the coming days, we will accelerate exploration activities in Mizoram and other states."

"Additionally, there are significant reserves of critical minerals in neighbouring countries. Since major coal-related activities are happening in those countries, it indicates that the a...