Daijiworld Media Network – Panaji

Panaji, May 28: Following directions from the Union Ministry of Mines, the Directorate of Mines and Geology in Goa has constituted an internal committee to identify the presence of critical and rare minerals in the state.

The committee has been tasked with exploring the possible occurrence of minerals such as lithium, nickel, cobalt and platinum group elements.

Officials said the committee has been directed to submit its report within a period of three months.

The panel comprises two senior geologists, three geologists, two survey officers and one mining engineer.

According to officials, the committee will compile and examine existing geological data, mine plans, departmental records and scientific literature related to the occurrence of critical minerals in Goa.

The team will also identify priority areas for field verification and carry out sampling and preliminary analysis to validate initial findings.

The move comes amid growing national focus on securing critical mineral resources required for sectors such as electric vehicles, renewable energy, electronics and advanced manufacturing.