Guwahati, Aug. 10 -- Arunachal Pradesh Science and Technology Minister Dasanglu Pul on Monday called for accelerating geothermal energy and critical mineral exploration in the state, stressing the need to harness its geological resources responsibly for sustainable development and energy security.

Chairing a review meeting on geothermal exploration in the Tawang region and critical mineral exploration at her office in Itanagar, Pul called for greater coordination among scientific institutions, public sector undertakings and government agencies.

"Arunachal Pradesh has immense potential in geothermal energy and critical minerals. We need to translate scientific exploration into practical applications that can benefit local communities and...