areas including lithium in Katghora, graphite-vanadium-gallium in Balrampur and the tin belt in Bastar. Digital systems such as Khanij Online 2.0, DMF 2.0 and e-auction have strengthened transparency and accountability in the mineral sector, while drone surveys are being used to monitor mines and minor minerals.
Meanwhile, two MoUs were also signed during the program. Chhattisgarh Mineral Development Corporation entered into an agreement with Indian Overseas Bank for financial cooperation, while another MoU with Pt. Ravishankar Shukla University will support training in corundum cutting and polishing.
A book on minor minerals was also released, while the process of issuing NITs for three limestone mining lease blocks was also initiated.
Union Ministry of Mines Joint Secretary Shri Kadam Sandeep Vasant, senior officials from the central and state governments, investors from the mineral sector, industry representatives, experts and various stakeholders were also present at the programme.
