Bhopal, Aug. 8 -- The Geological Survey of India (GSI) conducted a two-day national conference titled 'Critical minerals: exploration and exploitation', August 7 and 8 at Jabalpur in Madhya Pradesh, as part of GSI's 175th foundation year celebrations.
Speaking at the conference, GSI Director General Asit Saha highlighted the intense global competition for technological growth.
He underscored the pressing need of securing critical mineral resources vital for technological growth and energy independence.
Saha also emphasized the urgency of embracing a circular economy and adopting cutting-edge technologies to access untapped mineral potential for the country's self-reliance.
He called for collaborative efforts among GSI, stakeholders, an...