Union Minister G Kishan Reddy to Inaugurate Ministry of Mines Pavilion at IITF 2025

New Delhi: Union Minister for Coal and Mines G Kishan Reddy, will inaugurate the Ministry of Mines Pavilion at the India International Trade Fair (IITF) 2025 at Pragati Maidan, New Delhi, on November 14. The pavilion aims to highlight India’s mineral strength, technological capabilities, and contribution to building a Viksit Bharat – Ek Bharat, Shreshtha Bharat.

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Spread across 1,500 sq. metres, the Ministry’s pavilion will offer visitors an immersive experience through thematic exhibits, interactive displays, and digital showcases demonstrating the achievements, innovations, and future roadmap of India’s mining and mineral sector.

The pavilion will see participation from all Central Public Sector Enterprises (CPSEs) and associated organizations under the Ministry of Mines, including National Aluminium Company Limited (NALCO), Hindustan Copper Limited (HCL), Geological Survey of India (GSI), Mineral Exploration and Consultancy Limited (MECL), Jawaharlal Nehru Aluminium Research Development and Design Centre (JNARDDC), and National Institute of Rock Mechanics (NIRM).

A key highlight will be the National Critical Mineral Mission (NCMM) zone—an initiative designed to strengthen India’s critical mineral ecosystem. Curated by the Ministry of Mines, this thematic area will feature exhibits by the Non-Ferrous Technology Development Centre (NFTDC), showcasing technological innovations in the exploration, processing, and utilization of critical and strategic minerals vital to India’s clean energy and industrial ambitions.

The pavilion will also include participation from private sector leaders, including Hindalco Industries Limited and Hindustan Zinc Limited (HZL). Hindalco will exhibit models of Vande Bharat Express and Chandrayaan-3, symbolizing the crucial role of metals in India’s technological and infrastructural progress, while HZL will highlight its achievements in sustainable mining and technological excellence.

Exhibits by District Mineral Foundations (DMFs) and Self-Help Groups (SHGs) will spotlight community welfare initiatives and locally made products developed under mining-sector CSR programmes, emphasizing the industry’s contribution to inclusive development.

To engage visitors, the pavilion will feature Virtual Reality (VR) mining experiences, interactive quizzes for students and youth, and digital demonstrations of critical mineral exploration and sustainability-driven innovations.

Reflecting the Ministry’s vision of responsible mining, innovation, and inclusivity, the Mines Pavilion at IITF 2025 underscores India’s ongoing efforts to achieve self-reliance in minerals and contribute to the nation’s growth journey towards Viksit Bharat @2047.

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