Powering the Green Future & Deep-Tech Revolution. A comprehensive ecosystem from mine to magnet, transforming India into a global critical minerals powerhouse.
Strategic Geography
Establishing strategic corridors across Odisha, Kerala, Andhra Pradesh, and Tamil Nadu. These regions form the backbone of India’s mineral wealth, specifically targeting massive monazite deposits.
- Consolidated Logistics: Optimized pathways from mine sites to refineries.
- Integrated Hubs: Co-locating R&D with manufacturing clusters.
Image 1: Strategic Mineral Corridor Map
The Strategic Imperative
Rare earth elements (REEs) are the “vitamins” of modern industry, essential for the global energy transition.
Criticality & Growth
Global demand is projected to grow sevenfold by 2040. REEs are indispensable for electronics, EV motors, wind turbines, and defense systems. Without a secure supply, technological sovereignty is at risk.
The Challenge
Overcoming the complexities of processing monazite and its associated radioactive elements through innovative refining techniques.
17 Elements
Fifteen lanthanides plus Scandium and Yttrium, each offering unique magnetic and optical properties.
90%
Global Processing Control
Current concentration in the market that India seeks to de-risk through domestic capacity building.
Integrated Value Chain
From mining foundational elements to manufacturing world-class high-tech components.
1
Mining & Initial Processing
Leveraging monazite reserves through IREL (India) Limited to produce rare earth oxides.
2
Advanced Refining
Sophisticated chemical separation like solvent extraction to achieve 99.9%+ purity.
3
Magnet Manufacturing
Producing NdFeB and SmCo permanent magnets for EVs and aerospace.
Image 2: Value Chain Flow
Image 3: High-Performance REPM Components
The Magnet Revolution
Neodymium (NdFeB) magnets are the heart of efficient EV motors. To address the 85-90% import dependency, the Union Cabinet approved a ₹7,280 crore ($800 million) scheme to establish integrated manufacturing.
6,000 MTPA Capacity
3,000 KG SmCo Annual
Catalyzing Deep-Tech Investment
Stabilizing the supply chain is a massive de-risking event for VCs. By securing the foundational layer of hardware, India is attracting long-term capital into materials science, power electronics, and advanced manufacturing.
✓De-risking early-stage hardware funding
✓Accelerating EV adoption through lower costs
✓Fostering domestic IP in precision materials
Image 4: Advanced Research & Processing Hub
The Road Ahead
Scaling a billion-dollar industry requires navigation of complex hurdles.
Infrastructure & Tech
Facilities require investment between $500M to $2B. Specialized ports, rail connectivity, and reliable power systems are paramount.
Monazite Processing, Optimization, Skilled Workforce
Policy & Partnerships
Consistent regulatory frameworks and Public-Private Partnerships (PPPs) will mobilize capital and distribute technological risks effectively.
Incentives, Australia-India Ally, ship Commercialization
The Path to Leadership
“The Rare Earth Corridors represent arteries of future growth, vital for India’s ambition of a self-reliant and technologically advanced economy.”
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