The Times of India

Centre tags coking coal as critical & strategic mineral to drive self-reliance in steel sector

India has declared coking coal a critical and strategic mineral. This move aims to cut reliance on imports for steel production. Faster approvals and improved ease of doing business are expected. The government seeks to boost domestic exploration and mining. This reform supports the National Steel Policy and Aatmanirbhar Bharat vision. It encourages private investment and job creation.