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Background
Overview
Critical minerals are foundational for India's economic growth, energy security, and strategic autonomy in the context of global green and digital transitions. Understanding stockpiling strategies, associated challenges, and international cooperation is crucial for policy formulation and national security.
Critical minerals are indispensable for modern industrial economies, particularly for green energy transitions and digital technologies. Strategic stockpiling involves the deliberate accumulation and management of reserves of these vital materials to ensure supply security, mitigate geopolitical risks, and stabilize markets against disruptions.