CIL Pioneers Future with Critical Mineral Acquisition and Sustainable Practices

Coal India Ltd's pavilion at the India International Trade Fair showcases its strategic initiatives to acquire critical minerals like lithium and cobalt domestically and internationally. The exhibition emphasizes India's energy security progress, sustainability, and cutting-edge technologies like AI and VR in mining operations, supporting the nation's clean coal transition.

At the India International Trade Fair in Delhi, Coal India Ltd (CIL) unveiled its ambitious plans to secure critical minerals, like lithium and cobalt, from both domestic and international sources. This move is aimed at slashing India's import reliance while spurring the advancement of industries dependent on these vital materials.

The trade fair exhibit, running from November 14-27, underscores India's strides in energy security, showcasing diversification projects and sustainable practices that are capturing the interest of attendees. Key features include the opencast mining method, artificial intelligence implementation in mining, and the functioning of Integrated Command and Control Centres within CIL subsidiaries.

G Kishan Reddy, Coal and Mines Minister, highlighted how innovations like artificial intelligence and virtual reality are transforming coal mining, particularly in enhancing safety and efficiency. CIL's focus on coal gasification as a part of clean coal initiatives, along with eco-tourism and corporate social responsibility projects, delineates a future-oriented vision.

(With inputs from agencies.)