
29/07/2025
India has uncovered a massive 7.23 million tonnes of rare earth element (REE) reserves, valued at an estimated $360 billion, across coastal and inland regions including Andhra Pradesh, Odisha, and Gujarat. With an additional 1.29 million tonnes in hard rock deposits, India’s total REE reserves reach 8.52 million tonnes.
These critical minerals, vital for electric vehicles, renewable energy, and defense technologies, position India as a potential global player. However, scaling up mining and processing remains a challenge, with India currently contributing less than 1% of global REE production.