Executive Summary
The Ministry of Mines is organizing a roadshow on August 17, 2026, in Patna to promote the 8th Tranche of auction for 20 critical and strategic mineral blocks and conduct a workshop on the National Mineral Exploration and Development Trust (NMEDT). The event aims to provide industry stakeholders and investors with an overview of the auction framework, bidding processes, and financial reimbursement schemes for exploration. Key focus areas include enhancing private-sector participation, utilizing the National Geoscience Data Repository (NGDR), and strengthening India’s mineral security.
Key Points / Main Content
8th Tranche Mineral Block Details
The auction features 20 mineral blocks, consisting of 3 Mining Leases and 17 Composite Licences.
Targeted minerals include Graphite, Rare Earth Elements (REE), Rare Metals, Vanadium, Gallium, Titanium, Molybdenum, Tungsten, Potash, Phosphorite, and Glauconite.
Auction Framework and Support
The roadshow provides technical details on mineral potential, the bidding process, and tender documents.
Dedicated presentations will be delivered by MECL on mineral blocks, SBICAPS on the auction process, and MSTC on the e-auction platform.
The NMEDT Scheme offers partial reimbursement of exploration expenses specifically for Composite Licence holders.
Exploration Workshop and Technical Initiatives
The workshop focuses on the planning, execution, and reporting of mineral exploration.
Sessions will cover the use of the National Geoscience Data Repository (NGDR) for the preparation of exploration blocks and reports.
Technical sessions are led by senior officers from the Geological Survey of India (GSI).
Strategic Objectives
The initiative seeks to accelerate the development of critical mineral resources and support the "Atmanirbhar Bharat" vision.
The focus is on domestic exploration of minerals essential for emerging technologies, clean energy, and other strategic sectors.
Impact Analysis
Prospective Investors and Industry RepresentativesImpact
Stakeholders receive a comprehensive overview of investment opportunities and the technical framework for the upcoming mineral auctions. They also gain access to financial incentives for exploration through the NMEDT Scheme.
Action Required
Participate in the Patna roadshow and workshop to understand the bidding requirements, e-auction procedures, and exploration reporting standards.
Government and Technical Agencies (GSI, MECL, SBICAPS, MSTC)Impact
These bodies are responsible for facilitating the auction process and providing the necessary technical data to ensure transparency and efficiency in the mineral sector.
Action Required
Deliver technical presentations on mineral potential, manage the e-auction process, and provide guidance on utilizing national geoscience data for exploration.
State Government of BiharImpact
The hosting of the event signifies the state’s role in the national mineral strategy and provides a platform for local coordination between central ministries and industry.
Action Required
Provide administrative support for the programme and collaborate with the Union Ministry to facilitate regional mineral development.
Key Entities Referenced
8th Tranche of Auction of Critical and Strategic Mineral Blocks: A government initiative to auction 20 mineral blocks, including Mining Leases and Composite Licences, for critical minerals such as Graphite and Rare Earth Elements.
National Mineral Exploration and Development Trust (NMEDT): A trust and associated scheme that provides partial reimbursement of exploration expenses to Composite Licence holders to promote mineral discovery.
Ministry of Mines: The central government ministry responsible for organizing the mineral auctions and overseeing the development of India's strategic mineral resources.
National Geoscience Data Repository (NGDR): A technical initiative and platform used for planning mineral exploration and the preparation of exploration blocks and reports.
Atmanirbhar Bharat: A referenced national policy vision focused on achieving domestic mineral security and self-reliance in strategic sectors.
Ministry of Mines
Ministry of Mines to Organise Roadshow on 8th
Tranche of Critical and Strategic Mineral Block
Auctions and NMEDT Workshop in Patna
प्रव तथ: 16 AUG 2026 4:19PM by PIB Delhi
The Ministry of Mines, Government of India, is organising a Roadshow on the 8th Tranche of Auction of
Critical and Strategic Mineral Blocks and a Workshop on the National Mineral Exploration and
Development Trust (NMEDT) on 17 August 2026 in Patna, Bihar.
The programme will be chaired by Shri Satish Chandra Dubey, Union Minister of State for Coal and
Mines, Government of India, in the august presence of Shri Samrat Choudhary, Chief Minister of Bihar,
and Dr Pramod Kumar, Mines Minister, Government of Bihar. Senior officials of the Ministry of Mines,
Government of Bihar, Geological Survey of India (GSI), Mineral Exploration and Consultancy Limited
(MECL), industry representatives and prospective investors are expected to participate in the programme.
The 8th Tranche comprises 20 mineral blocks, including 3 Mining Lease and 17 Composite Licence
blocks, covering a diverse range of critical and strategic minerals such as Graphite, Rare Earth Elements
(REE), Rare Metals, Vanadium, Gallium, Titanium, Molybdenum, Tungsten, Potash, Phosphorite and
Glauconite.
The Roadshow will provide prospective investors and industry stakeholders with an overview of the
mineral potential of the blocks on offer, auction framework, bidding process and opportunities for
investment and participation in the critical and strategic minerals sector. Detailed presentations will be
made by MECL on the mineral blocks, SBICAPS on the mineral auction process and tender document,
and MSTC on the e-auction process.
The programme will also include a presentation on the NMEDT Scheme for partial reimbursement of
exploration expenses for Composite Licence holders, followed by an open-house discussion to facilitate
interaction with stakeholders and address queries relating to the auction process.
The second half of the programme will feature a Workshop on Mineral Exploration: Planning, Execution
and Reporting. The workshop will cover India’s mineral exploration potential, the National Geoscience
Data Repository (NGDR), preparation of exploration blocks using NGDR, and preparation of mineral
exploration reports, with technical sessions by senior officers of the Geological Survey of India.
The initiative reflects the Government’s continued efforts to promote exploration, accelerate the
development of critical and strategic mineral resources, enhance private-sector participation and
strengthen India’s mineral security. It also supports the broader vision of Atmanirbhar Bharat by
facilitating greater domestic exploration and development of minerals essential for emerging technologies,
clean energy and other strategic sectors.
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