Ministry of Mines Hosts Outreach on Offshore Mineral Block Auctions
The Ministry of Mines, Government of India, held an Outreach Programme on the auction of two offshore mineral blocks on October 13, 2026, in New Delhi. This event aimed to inform prospective bidders and stakeholders about the auction process, regulatory framework, and available support for exploration of the Sewell Rise-01 and West Sewell Ridge-01 blocks in the Andaman Sea. The Ministry issued a Notice Inviting Tender on October 1, 2026, for these blocks, which together cover 1,632 square kilometers and contain valuable polymetallic nodules and crusts. Secretary Keshav Chandra emphasized the initiative's role in enhancing India's mineral supply chains to foster economic growth and technological advancement.
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