Minerals, Mining and Metals Conclave 2026 to Focus on Building a Resilient Minerals and Metals Future for India
New Delhi: The Minerals, Mining and Metals Conclave will be held on 19 January 2026 at the India Habitat Centre, New Delhi, bringing together key stakeholders from across India’s minerals and metals ecosystem. The conclave will be organised under the theme “India’s Minerals & Metals: Towards a Resilient Minerals and Metals Future.”
The conclave aims to serve as a high-level platform for dialogue and collaboration among policymakers, industry leaders, mining companies, metal producers, technology providers, financial institutions, researchers, and sustainability experts. At a time when minerals and metals are increasingly critical for economic growth, energy transition, infrastructure development, and national security, the event will focus on strengthening India’s long-term resilience in this strategically important sector.
Addressing Strategic Priorities
India’s demand for minerals and metals is set to rise significantly, driven by rapid industrialisation, urban infrastructure expansion, renewable energy deployment, electric mobility, and manufacturing growth. The conclave will explore how India can ensure secure, sustainable, and responsible access to mineral resources while balancing environmental, social, and governance priorities.
Key areas of discussion will include:
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Strategies for enhancing domestic mineral production and reducing import dependence
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Critical and strategic minerals required for clean energy, advanced manufacturing, and emerging technologies
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Policy and regulatory reforms to promote ease of doing business and long-term investment
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Sustainable and responsible mining practices, including environmental management and community engagement
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Adoption of advanced technologies, automation, and digital solutions in mining and metals
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Financing models and investment opportunities across the mining and metals value chain
Platform for Collaboration and Knowledge Exchange
The conclave will feature keynote addresses, panel discussions, and interactive sessions led by senior government officials, industry veterans, and domain experts. Participants will have the opportunity to exchange insights on global trends, best practices, and innovative solutions shaping the future of the minerals and metals sector.
By fostering dialogue between the public and private sectors, the event seeks to support policy alignment, encourage innovation, and strengthen partnerships that can accelerate India’s journey toward a resilient and self-reliant minerals and metals ecosystem.
Looking Ahead
The Minerals, Mining and Metals Conclave 2026 is expected to play a vital role in shaping conversations around resource security, sustainability, and competitiveness. Outcomes from the discussions are anticipated to contribute to informed decision-making and strategic planning for the sector in the years ahead.
The conclave will take place on 19 January 2026 at the India Habitat Centre, New Delhi, and is expected to witness participation from across India’s mining and metals value chain.
Further details regarding the agenda, speakers, and participation will be announced in due course.