India’s new policy exempts critical and atomic mineral mining projects from mandatory public hearings, aiming to fast-track approvals for defense, nuclear, and renewable sectors. While prioritizing national security and strategic needs, it requires strong environmental and social impact assessments to balance rapid resource extraction with sustainable development goals.
Click to View MoreIndia, with the world's fifth-largest rare earth reserves, faces challenges in domestic production due to complex extraction, radioactive elements, and atomic minerals classification. A shift in policy and investment is needed to leverage resources.
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