खनिज विकास हा राज्यांच्या आणि त्यांच्याशी संबंधित समुदायांच्या फायद्यासाठी असतो. खाण आणि खनिजे (विकास आणि नियमन) सुधारणा अधिनियम, २०२६ खनिज विकासाला विकासाशी जोडतो. #MMDR2026 @MinesMinIndia @kishanreddybjp @satishdubeyy

खनिज विकास का उद्देश्य राज्यों और उससे जुड़े समुदायों को लाभ पहुँचाना है। 'माइंस एंड मिनरल्स (डेवलपमेंट एंड रेगुलेशन) अमेंडमेंट एक्ट, 2026' खनिज विकास को प्रगति से जोड़ता है। #MMDR2026 @MinesMinIndia @kishanreddybjp @satishdubeyy

Mineral development is meant to benefit States and the communities connected to it. The Mines and Minerals (Development and Regulation) Amendment Act, 2026 connects mineral development with growth. #MMDR2026 @MinesMinIndia @kishanreddybjp @satishdubeyy

खनिज सुरक्षा हा भारताच्या पुढील प्रवासाचा एक महत्त्वाचा भाग आहे. 'माइन्स अँड मिनरल्स (डेव्हलपमेंट अँड रेग्युलेशन) अमेंडमेंट ॲक्ट, २०२६' हे या दिशेने टाकलेले एक पाऊल आहे. #MMDR2026 @MinesMinIndia @kishanreddybjp @satishdubeyy

खनिज सुरक्षा भारत की आगे की यात्रा का एक महत्वपूर्ण हिस्सा है। 'खान और खनिज (विकास और विनियमन) संशोधन अधिनियम, 2026' इसी दिशा में एक कदम है। #MMDR2026 @MinesMinIndia @kishanreddybjp @satishdubeyy

Mineral security is an important part of India's journey ahead. The Mines and Minerals (Development and Regulation) Amendment Act, 2026 is a step in this direction. #MMDR2026 @MinesMinIndia @kishanreddybjp @satishdubeyy

Address by Chief Guest | MECL 55th Foundation Day Celebration* Shri Pankaj Kulshrestha, Controller General, Indian Bureau of Mines (IBM), addressed the gathering, sharing his valuable perspectives on India’s evolving mineral sector and the importance of strengthening the nation’s mineral ecosystem. His address highlighted the growing significance of critical minerals, domestic resource development, technological advancement and mineral security in supporting India’s industrial growth and the vision of Atmanirbhar Bharat. He emphasised the complementary roles of institutions such as MECL and IBM in advancing scientific exploration, promoting responsible mineral development and contributing to the sustainable utilisation of the country’s mineral resources. His insightful words provided valuable encouragement to the MECL Parivar, reaffirming the importance of institutional collaboration, technical excellence and a shared commitment to the nation’s mineral security. #MECL #55thFoundationDay #IndianBureauOfMines #MineralExploration #CriticalMinerals #MineralSecurity #AtmanirbharBharat @MinesMinIndia @kishanreddybjp @satishdubeyy @MinesBuro_India @TeamWCL

Leadership Message by CMD, MECL | 55th Foundation Day Celebration Shri Indra Dev Narayan, Chairman-cum-Managing Director, MECL, shared his vision for the organisation’s future growth and its continued contribution to India’s mineral security. His address highlighted MECL’s efforts in exploring critical and strategic minerals, strengthening domestic resource availability and advancing the vision of Atmanirbhar Bharat. He also emphasised MECL’s expanding international engagement, including its technical support for overseas critical mineral initiatives through KABIL, cooperation in lithium exploration in Argentina, and geological mapping initiatives in Zambia, reflecting the organisation’s growing role in strengthening India’s global mineral partnerships. He underscored the importance of technological advancement, innovation and research and development in enhancing exploration capabilities, while recognising the dedication of the MECL Parivar, including employees working in challenging field conditions. As MECL moves into its next phase of growth, the message reaffirmed its commitment to technical excellence, international collaboration and sustainable resource development, contributing to India’s mineral security at home and abroad. 54 Completed Years of Exploration. Expanding Global Horizons. Advancing India’s Mineral Security. #MECL #55thFoundationDay #MineralExploration #CriticalMinerals #AtmanirbharBharat #GlobalPartnerships #NationBuilding @MinesMinIndia @kishanreddybjp @satishdubeyy @MinesBuro_India @TeamWCL

Address by CMD, WCL | MECL 55th Foundation Day Celebration Dr. Hemant Sharad Pande, Chairman-cum-Managing Director, Western Coalfields Limited (WCL), delivered an address appreciating MECL’s significant contributions to exploratory drilling and mineral exploration, including its expanding role in the exploration of critical minerals in support of Atmanirbhar Bharat. He highlighted the importance of the collaborative partnership between WCL and MECL in advancing exploration activities and supporting the country’s resource development objectives. His address underscored the importance of collaboration, innovation and technical excellence in strengthening India’s mineral security and building a resource-secure future for the nation. #MECL #55thFoundationDay #CMDWCL #CriticalMinerals #AtmanirbharBharat @MinesMinIndia @kishanreddybjp @satishdubeyy @MinesBuro_India @TeamWCL

Welcome Address by Director (Technical) | MECL 55th Foundation Day Shri Pankaj Pandey, Director (Technical), MECL, delivered the welcome address, highlighting the organisation’s ongoing efforts in mineral exploration and its vital role in strengthening India’s mineral security. He emphasised MECL’s contribution to the exploration of critical minerals, supporting the vision of Atma Nirbhar Bharat and reducing the nation’s dependence on imports. He also highlighted key initiatives such as the Innovation Hub and Research & Development (R&D) framework, aimed at encouraging innovation, advancing technical capabilities and developing effective solutions for emerging challenges in mineral exploration. His address reaffirmed MECL’s commitment to scientific excellence, technological advancement and its continued contribution to the nation’s mineral resource development. #MECL #55thFoundationDay #MineralExploration #CriticalMinerals #AtmaNirbharBharat @MinesMinIndia @kishanreddybjp @satishdubeyy @MinesBuro_India @TeamWCL

आत्मनिर्भरतेची सुरुवात आपल्या भूमीच्या पोटात दडलेल्या खनिज संपत्तीपासून होते. खाणी आणि खनिजे (विकास व विनियमन) सुधारणा अधिनियम, २०२६, भारताच्या स्वतःच्या खनिज सामर्थ्याच्या बळावर पुढे वाटचाल करण्यास सज्ज असलेल्या खनन क्षेत्राला प्रोत्साहन देतो. मजबूत पाया. सुरक्षित भविष्य. #MMDR2026 @MinesMinIndia @kishanreddybjp @satishdubeyy

आत्मनिर्भरता की शुरुआत हमारी अपनी धरती के गर्भ में छिपे खनिज संसाधनों से होती है। खान और खनिज (विकास एवं विनियमन) संशोधन अधिनियम, 2026, भारत की अपनी खनिज संपदा के सामर्थ्य के बल पर आगे बढ़ने के लिए तैयार खनन क्षेत्र को प्रोत्साहन देता है। मज़बूत नींव। सुरक्षित भविष्य। #MMDR2026 @MinesMinIndia @kishanreddybjp @satishdubeyy

Self-reliance starts from what lies beneath our own ground. The Mines and Minerals (Development and Regulation) Amendment Act, 2026 backs a sector that is ready to build on India's own mineral strengths. Strong foundations. Secure future. #MMDR2026 @MinesMinIndia @kishanreddybjp @satishdubeyy