IN ORDER to realise the vision of self-reliant India, the Geological Survey of India (GSI) has delineated 100 geologically potential mineral blocks for auction, the Government said on Monday. Handing over of 100 mineral blocks’ reports to State Governments will ensure continuous supply of minerals in the country and more revenue to State Governments by bringing more mineral blocks under auction, the Mines Ministry said in a statement.

 

The function to hand over the above reports will be held in the national capital on Wednesday. Minister of Mines, Coal and Parliamentary Affairs Pralhad Joshi along with Minister of State for Mines, Coal and Railways Raosaheb Patil Danve will be the Chief Guest.