Government plans to set up critical minerals processing parks across 4 states

India is embarking on a transformative journey with plans for four specialized critical mineral processing parks in strategic states, emphasizing lithium and nickel—essential components for battery production. Spearheaded by state governments, this initiative aims to harness central technical support and is in line with the National Critical Mineral Mission's vision for self-reliance, propelling the country toward a sustainable green energy future.