State Mining Readiness Index

  • In October 2025, the Ministry of Mines released the inaugural State Mining Readiness Index (SMRI) to evaluate state-level performance in the non-coal mineral sector.
  • The SMRI evaluates states on auction performance, mine operationalisation, exploration thrust, and sustainable mining practices.
  • States are classified into three categories based on their mineral endowment to ensure a fair comparison.
  • Madhya Pradesh, Rajasthan, and Gujarat secured the top positions in Category A for mineral-rich Indian states.
  • Auction performance tracks the efficiency and transparency of mineral block allocation to ensure competitive participation.
  • Mine operationalisation measures the speed of transitioning from an auctioned block to a functional production unit.

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