NLC India Signs MoU with IIT(ISM) Dhanbad for Critical Mineral Exploration
NLC India Limited signed an MoU with IIT(ISM) Dhanbad on May 26, 2026, for critical mineral exploration. The collaboration aims to enhance national mineral security and technological capabilities in mineral extraction. NLCIL is actively pursuing critical mineral assets and research in this area.
The collaboration is expected to strengthen research and technological capabilities, potentially leading to future resource discoveries and enhanced mineral security, which has a medium-term impact on the company's strategic positioning.
The MoU signifies a strategic partnership to enhance critical mineral exploration and security, aligning with national objectives and demonstrating proactive engagement in resource development.
NLC India Limited (NLCIL) has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Indian Institute of Technology (Indian School of Mines) Dhanbad - TEXMiN on May 26, 2026, at Neyveli. This collaboration aims to strengthen the nation's critical mineral security and support the objectives of the National Critical Mineral Mission.
The MoU was signed by Shri. L.S. Jasper Rose, Executive Director (Mines & Land), NLCIL, and Prof. Dheeraj Kumar, Deputy Director, IIT(ISM) Dhanbad and Director - TEXMiN. Key dignitaries present included Shri. Prasanna Kumar Motupalli, CMD/ NLCIL, Dr. D.K. Singh, Chairman of the Committee on Critical Minerals constituted by NITI Aayog, and Dr. Suresh Chandra Suman, Director (Mines), NLCIL.
NLCIL has been actively pursuing initiatives for the exploration and utilization of critical and strategic minerals from both primary and secondary resources. The company has secured two Critical Mineral Blocks and is pursuing additional assets in India and overseas. NLCIL is also a member of a NITI Aayog committee studying the recovery of critical and strategic minerals from secondary resources.
The partnership with IIT(ISM) TEXMiN is expected to enhance research and technological capabilities in critical mineral exploration, beneficiation, and extraction technologies. TEXMiN, as the Technology Innovation Hub of IIT(ISM) Dhanbad, focuses on advanced research in mining and mineral sectors. This collaboration will provide a platform for joint research, technology development, and knowledge sharing.
Shri. Prasanna Kumar Motupalli, Chairman and Managing Director of NLC India Limited, stated that the partnership reflects NLCIL's commitment to innovation-driven resource development and sustainable mining practices. He emphasized that the collaboration would accelerate research and technological advancements, contributing to India's strategic mineral security and self-reliance.
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