Self-Sufficiency in Mineral Production Essential for India’s Development:President Murmu

GG News Bureau
New Delhi, 20th July. President Droupadi Murmu presented the National Geoscience Awards-2023 at a ceremony held at the Rashtrapati Bhavan Cultural Centre on Tuesday.

In her address, President Murmu emphasized the importance of self-sufficiency in mineral production to achieve India’s goal of becoming a developed nation by 2047.

She expressed satisfaction with the government’s initiatives, including the integration of geoscientific data through the National Geoscience Data Repository Portal and the adoption of AI and emerging technologies in mineral exploration and mining. She expressed confidence that these efforts will enhance the understanding and utilization of India’s natural resources.

The President highlighted India’s commitment to sustainable development and achieving Net Zero Carbon Emissions. She stressed the need for a greater focus on critical minerals and rare earth elements, noting that the establishment of the National Critical Minerals Mission will bolster self-reliance and strengthen the critical minerals value chain essential for economic development and green transition.

President Murmu also acknowledged the establishment of the National Landslide Forecasting Centre in Kolkata, which will provide early warning bulletins for landslide-prone states. She underscored the need for advanced systems to minimize damage from natural disasters such as landslides and floods.

In her remarks on India’s geological heritage, President Murmu encouraged the youth to appreciate and engage with geo-tourism and geo-heritage sites. She noted that geo-tourism can inspire more people to pursue careers in geoscience.

The National Geoscience Award, instituted by the Ministry of Mines, Government of India, aims to honor individuals and teams for their extraordinary achievements and outstanding contributions in various fields of geosciences.