Last mentioned: Mar 20, 2026
Facility Construction
Targeted commencement of construction for the first domestic rare earth magnet plants.
Bid Evaluation
Expected deadline for bid submissions and technical evaluations by the Ministry.
Global Bid Invitation
Government of India officially invites bids for domestic magnet manufacturing units.
Mineral Strategy Launch
India identifies critical minerals and launches a dedicated mineral security strategy.
The Government of India has officially invited global bids to establish domestic manufacturing facilities for rare earth magnets, a critical component for electric vehicles and wind turbines. This strategic move aims to reduce import dependency, particularly on China, and secure the supply chain for India's ambitious renewable energy and EV targets.
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