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Mines and Minerals (Development and Regulation) Amendment Act, 2023

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Summary

Amended the MMDR Act to allow private sector participation in exploration of critical and strategic minerals including lithium, cobalt, and rare earth elements. Introduced auction of exploration licences for deep-seated minerals.

Key Facts

TypeAct

SourceHistorical Record

PublishedFriday, 11 August 2023

Affected Population1.4 billion consumers, 300 million without reliable power

Key Numbers

500 GW non-fossil fuel capacity target by 2030

Saubhagya: 100% household electrification

175 GW renewable energy installed (2025)

R&D spending: 0.7% of GDP

Key Authorities

Key Stakeholders

Government Context

NDA IIBJP-led NDA

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Amendment History

22 changes recorded for this policy.

TypeSunday, 19 July 2026via historical

~~policy~~

act

SectorsTuesday, 11 August 2026via historical

~~Defence & Security, Social Protection~~

Energy, Science & Innovation, Trade & Commerce

DescriptionWednesday, 19 August 2026via pib_tribal_affairs

Amended the MMDR Act to allow private sector participation in exploration of critical and strategic minerals including lithium, cobalt, and rare earth elements. Introduced auction of exploration licences for deep-seated minerals.

Government of India press release: Mines and Minerals (Development and Regulation) Amendment Act, 2026

DescriptionWednesday, 19 August 2026via pib_tourism

Amended the MMDR Act to allow private sector participation in exploration of critical and strategic minerals including lithium, cobalt, and rare earth elements. Introduced auction of exploration licences for deep-seated minerals.

Government of India press release: Mines and Minerals (Development and Regulation) Amendment Act, 2026

DescriptionWednesday, 19 August 2026via pib_surface_transport

Amended the MMDR Act to allow private sector participation in exploration of critical and strategic minerals including lithium, cobalt, and rare earth elements. Introduced auction of exploration licences for deep-seated minerals.

Government of India press release: Mines and Minerals (Development and Regulation) Amendment Act, 2026

DescriptionWednesday, 19 August 2026via pib_textiles

Amended the MMDR Act to allow private sector participation in exploration of critical and strategic minerals including lithium, cobalt, and rare earth elements. Introduced auction of exploration licences for deep-seated minerals.

Government of India press release: Mines and Minerals (Development and Regulation) Amendment Act, 2026

DescriptionWednesday, 19 August 2026via pib_urban_development

Amended the MMDR Act to allow private sector participation in exploration of critical and strategic minerals including lithium, cobalt, and rare earth elements. Introduced auction of exploration licences for deep-seated minerals.

Government of India press release: Mines and Minerals (Development and Regulation) Amendment Act, 2026

DescriptionWednesday, 19 August 2026via pib_water_resources_river_development_and_ganga_rejuvenation

Amended the MMDR Act to allow private sector participation in exploration of critical and strategic minerals including lithium, cobalt, and rare earth elements. Introduced auction of exploration licences for deep-seated minerals.

Government of India press release: Mines and Minerals (Development and Regulation) Amendment Act, 2026

DescriptionWednesday, 19 August 2026via pib_niti_aayog

Amended the MMDR Act to allow private sector participation in exploration of critical and strategic minerals including lithium, cobalt, and rare earth elements. Introduced auction of exploration licences for deep-seated minerals.

Government of India press release: Mines and Minerals (Development and Regulation) Amendment Act, 2026

DescriptionWednesday, 19 August 2026via pib_women_and_child_development

Amended the MMDR Act to allow private sector participation in exploration of critical and strategic minerals including lithium, cobalt, and rare earth elements. Introduced auction of exploration licences for deep-seated minerals.

Government of India press release: Mines and Minerals (Development and Regulation) Amendment Act, 2026

DescriptionWednesday, 19 August 2026via pib_youth_affairs_and_sports

Amended the MMDR Act to allow private sector participation in exploration of critical and strategic minerals including lithium, cobalt, and rare earth elements. Introduced auction of exploration licences for deep-seated minerals.

Government of India press release: Mines and Minerals (Development and Regulation) Amendment Act, 2026

DescriptionWednesday, 19 August 2026via pib_pm_speech

Amended the MMDR Act to allow private sector participation in exploration of critical and strategic minerals including lithium, cobalt, and rare earth elements. Introduced auction of exploration licences for deep-seated minerals.

Government of India press release: Mines and Minerals (Development and Regulation) Amendment Act, 2026

DescriptionWednesday, 19 August 2026via pib_upsc

Amended the MMDR Act to allow private sector participation in exploration of critical and strategic minerals including lithium, cobalt, and rare earth elements. Introduced auction of exploration licences for deep-seated minerals.

Government of India press release: Mines and Minerals (Development and Regulation) Amendment Act, 2026

DescriptionWednesday, 19 August 2026via pib_competition_commission_of_india

Amended the MMDR Act to allow private sector participation in exploration of critical and strategic minerals including lithium, cobalt, and rare earth elements. Introduced auction of exploration licences for deep-seated minerals.

Government of India press release: Mines and Minerals (Development and Regulation) Amendment Act, 2026

DescriptionWednesday, 19 August 2026via pib_special_service_and_features

Amended the MMDR Act to allow private sector participation in exploration of critical and strategic minerals including lithium, cobalt, and rare earth elements. Introduced auction of exploration licences for deep-seated minerals.

Government of India press release: Mines and Minerals (Development and Regulation) Amendment Act, 2026

DescriptionWednesday, 19 August 2026via pib_eac_pm

Amended the MMDR Act to allow private sector participation in exploration of critical and strategic minerals including lithium, cobalt, and rare earth elements. Introduced auction of exploration licences for deep-seated minerals.

Government of India press release: Mines and Minerals (Development and Regulation) Amendment Act, 2026

DescriptionWednesday, 19 August 2026via pib_office_of_principal_scientific_advisor_to_goi

Amended the MMDR Act to allow private sector participation in exploration of critical and strategic minerals including lithium, cobalt, and rare earth elements. Introduced auction of exploration licences for deep-seated minerals.

Government of India press release: Mines and Minerals (Development and Regulation) Amendment Act, 2026

DescriptionWednesday, 19 August 2026via pib_national_financial_reporting_authority

Amended the MMDR Act to allow private sector participation in exploration of critical and strategic minerals including lithium, cobalt, and rare earth elements. Introduced auction of exploration licences for deep-seated minerals.

Government of India press release: Mines and Minerals (Development and Regulation) Amendment Act, 2026

DescriptionWednesday, 19 August 2026via pib_ifsc_authority

Amended the MMDR Act to allow private sector participation in exploration of critical and strategic minerals including lithium, cobalt, and rare earth elements. Introduced auction of exploration licences for deep-seated minerals.

Government of India press release: Mines and Minerals (Development and Regulation) Amendment Act, 2026

DescriptionWednesday, 19 August 2026via pib_national_security_council_secretariat

Amended the MMDR Act to allow private sector participation in exploration of critical and strategic minerals including lithium, cobalt, and rare earth elements. Introduced auction of exploration licences for deep-seated minerals.

Government of India press release: Mines and Minerals (Development and Regulation) Amendment Act, 2026

DescriptionWednesday, 19 August 2026via pib_lokpal_of_india

Amended the MMDR Act to allow private sector participation in exploration of critical and strategic minerals including lithium, cobalt, and rare earth elements. Introduced auction of exploration licences for deep-seated minerals.

Government of India press release: Mines and Minerals (Development and Regulation) Amendment Act, 2026

DescriptionWednesday, 19 August 2026via pib_national_human_rights_commission

Amended the MMDR Act to allow private sector participation in exploration of critical and strategic minerals including lithium, cobalt, and rare earth elements. Introduced auction of exploration licences for deep-seated minerals.

Government of India press release: Mines and Minerals (Development and Regulation) Amendment Act, 2026

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