Bhubaneswar, March 13 -- India needs to significantly accelerate the growth of its mining sector to meet rising mineral demand and support its ambition of becoming a USD 5 trillion economy, said Arun Kumar, Regional Controller of Mines at the Indian Bureau of Mines, on Friday.
Speaking at the India Mines & Minerals Conclave 2026, held under the theme "Shaping Transformation Through Policy Reforms, Sustainability & Strategic Security," Kumar highlighted the growing importance of minerals, particularly critical minerals needed for clean energy and industrial expansion.
The event was organised by the Associated Chambers of Commerce and Industry of India (ASSOCHAM) in Bhubaneswar.
Kumar noted that the government has introduced several reform...