Washington, Jan. 14 -- India highlighted its firm commitment to strengthening and securing critical mineral supply chains as it participated in a key ministerial meeting hosted by US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent. Minister for Railways, Information and Broadcasting, Electronics and Information Technology Ashwini Vaishnaw participated in the Finance Ministerial on Securing Critical Minerals Supply Chains convened by Bessent on Monday. The ministerial at the US Treasury was to discuss solutions to secure and diversify supply chains for critical minerals, especially rare earth elements. "Participated in the Critical Minerals Ministerial Meeting hosted by Treasury Secretary...Strengthening critical mineral supply chains is vital to enhancing the resilience of India's manufacturing capabilities and rapidly growing electronics sector," Vaishnaw said on X. Vaishnaw arrived in Washington on Sunday to participate in the meeting, saying that "secure critical mineral supply chains are vital" for India's goal to achieve Viksit Bharat.FULL STORY ON P4...