Archive · 23 Jul 2025
India Possesses Millions of Tonnes in Rare Earth Element Reserves
India has a lot of special materials called rare earth elements, about 8.52 million tonnes.
These are found in places like beaches and rocks in several states.
The government is working to find more and make sure we can get these materials.
They are important for things like electric cars and renewable energy.
India is working with other countries to get these materials and also dealing with problems from other countries that have rules about exporting them.
India has approximately 8.52 million tonnes of rare earth element reserves.
These reserves are found in coastal areas, hard rocks, and inland locations across multiple states.
India has not imported any rare earth minerals in the last 10 years, with exports totaling 18 tonnes.
The Ministry of External Affairs is working to address export restrictions on rare earth magnets.
India is pursuing international partnerships to secure supply chains for critical minerals.
- Who
- Minister of State Dr. Jitendra Singh
- What
- India has significant reserves of rare earth elements and is taking steps to secure supply chains.
- When
- The information was announced on Wednesday.
- Where
- Reserves are found in coastal areas, hard rocks, and inland locations across multiple states of India.
- Why
- To ensure supply chain resilience for critical minerals used in sectors like electric vehicles and renewable energy.
Domestic Production
International Trade
Supply Chain Strategies
Domestic Production
Ensuring a secure supply chain by investing in domestic production and international partnerships.
International Trade
Focus on importing minerals from abroad, may be a cheaper alternative
- Rare Earth Reserves
- 8.52 million tonnes
- Exported in last 10 years
- 18 tonnes
- States with Reserves
- Andhra Pradesh, Odisha, Tamil Nadu, Kerala, West Bengal, Jharkhand, Gujarat, Rajasthan, and Maharashtra
- Import Status
- No imports in the last 10 years
- Ministry Involved
- Ministry of Mines and Ministry of External Affairs