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MP Mining Conclave 2.0: Investment Proposals Worth Rs 56,414 Crore Signal a New Era for Mineral-Rich Madhya Pradesh

CM Mohan Yadav Leads Transformative Push with MoUs, Industrial Outreach, and Vision for Localized Growth Katni Hosts Landmark Mining Conclave with National, Global Impact
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Katni/Bhopal: In a historic boost for Madhya Pradesh‘s mining and industrial landscape, investment proposals worth ₹56,414 crore poured in at the ‘Madhya Pradesh Mining Conclave 2.0’, held in Katni. The event attracted over 2,000 participants, including top industrialists, policy experts, and representatives from PSUs like Coal India, MOIL, Hindustan Copper Limited, and ISER Bhopal.

Chief Minister Dr. Mohan Yadav, in a commanding address, declared the event a “turning point” in the state’s economic development and vowed to scale this model to the district level, with localized industry conclaves.

CM in Action Mode: District-Level Industry Push Announced

Dr. Yadav announced that Madhya Pradesh will now move from division-level conclaves to district-level conclaves, tailoring investment strategies to the mineral strengths of each region. “Our effort is to align industry with the natural wealth of every district,” he said, adding that employment for youth, empowerment of women, and welfare of the poor were at the center of the government’s vision.

Read also: MP Mining Conclave 2.0 Draws 2,000+ Delegates, Showcases State’s Industrial Transformation

Game-Changing MoUs: AI, Blockchain, and Research Integration

Three major Memorandums of Understanding (MoUs) were signed, with potential to reshape the state’s mining future:

Coal India Limited – For exploration and processing of critical minerals.

Texmin ISM, Dhanbad – To bring AI, IoT, Blockchain, and Remote Sensing into mining.

Indian Institute of Science Education and Research (IISER) Bhopal – For mineral research and exploration.

Gold, Diamonds, Graphite & More: MP is India’s Mineral Powerhouse

Principal Secretary (Mineral Resources), Umakant Umrao, emphasized that Madhya Pradesh is the only state with nearly every type of mineral, including:

  • Diamonds in Panna
  • Gold reserves in Jabalpur
  • Graphite in Betul
  • Coal in Shahdol and Chhindwara
  • Lithium and iron ore in Sidhi

He also pointed to state infrastructure supporting mining, including 5 lakh km of roads, surplus electricity, and ample water resources.

Massive Investment Proposals Rolled In

Industry leaders praised Madhya Pradesh’s policy transparency, fast clearances, and ease of doing business.

Kaushik Bose, MD, Mineware Advisor: “We proposed ₹450 crore investment. MP is enabling mechanized, modern mining.”

Sanjeev Kumar Singh, CMD, Hindustan Copper Ltd: “With 5 MT copper from Malajkhand and support from CM, MP can lead in copper production.”

Vivek Bhatia (Delhi): “Madhya Pradesh is being looked at differently now across India.”

V. Sairam (Cochin): “Singrauli produces 18% of Coal India’s coal. Forest clearance here happened in just 55 days.”

Thomas Cherian (Hyderabad): “Madhya Pradesh is rich in critical minerals. The Aditya Birla Group is ready to collaborate.”

Spiritual & Tourism Push to Follow

The government is now organizing sector-based conclaves:

Spiritual Conclave in Ujjain – August 27

Tourism Conclave in Gwalior – August 31

Dr. Yadav also announced that 4 medical colleges would be inaugurated soon, with land provided at ₹1 for 25 acres under PPP mode. “This is just the beginning,” he said.

CM’s Vision: Inclusive Development with Industrial Might

Drawing inspiration from PM Narendra Modi’s development model, CM Yadav stated:

PM Modi changed the life of farmers, youth, and women in Gujarat. We are adopting the same approach in Madhya Pradesh. Our vision is to develop, and let others develop with us.”

MP’s Infrastructure, Talent, and Policy Back Investment

Raghvendra Kumar Singh, Principal Secretary (Industrial Policy & Investment Promotion), highlighted:

Over 1 lakh acres of land bank

Power surplus; 20% from green energy (to be 50% by 2030)

Affordable skilled labor

4 operational industrial corridors, 1 new coming

Over 5,000 startups active

18 new business-friendly policies introduced in February 2025

Multimodal Industrial Depot to be built in Katni

Read also: MP: Under CM Mohan Yadav’s Leadership, Leads Nation in Mineral Auctions; Katni to Host Mining Conclave on August 23- Know More

Conclusion: MP Mining Conclave 2.0 Marks Economic Turning Point

‘Madhya Pradesh Mining Conclave 2.0’ has clearly set a benchmark for mineral-driven industrial growth in the state and India. With ₹56,414 crore in investment proposals and a network of strategic MoUs, Katni is poised to become the state’s mining nerve center. The state government’s push toward district-level industrial engagement and integration of modern technologies signifies a strong foundation for ‘Viksit Madhya Pradesh’ by 2047.


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