Explore prospects of minerals through deep sea mining

New Delhi: President DroupadiMurmu on Wednesday stressed on scouting for minerals through deep sea mining. The mines ministry had last month identified some offshore blocks for granting operational rights. "It is also important to explore prospects of minerals through deep sea mining," Murmu said in her address to Parliament.

Stating that the Deep Ocean Mission has been started with this goal in mind, she said that this mission will also better the understanding of marine life. The quantity of important minerals on earth is limited, she said, adding "That is why my government is encouraging a circular economy. India's first 'Vehicle Scrappage Policy' also seeks to achieve this aim."