India Prioritizes Critical Minerals to Boost Defense Production

India is boosting its own military production to avoid relying on other countries for important materials.

These materials, like copper and rare earths, are used in making weapons and equipment.

India has large reserves of copper and is 3rd globally for rare earth elements.

This self-reliance helps the country protect itself and make better weapons.

The "Make in India" initiative is growing, with production and exports increasing.

Several companies are working on extracting or processing these minerals.

This strategy aims to ensure India can defend itself and be less affected by conflicts or supply problems.