Union Minister for Coal and Mines, G Kishan Reddy, today announced the launch of India Mining Week 2026, the country’s largest conference and exhibition dedicated to the mining and minerals sector. The three-day event will be held from November 15 to 17, 2026, at the Yashobhoomi Convention Centre, New Delhi, under the theme “Stronger Resources, Smarter Mining, Sustainable Tomorrow.”
The announcement was made during the official curtain raiser ceremony, where Shri Reddy, along with Union Minister of State for Coal and Mines Satish Chandra Dubey, unveiled the summit logo and brochure. Senior officials from the Ministries of Coal and Mines, industry representatives, and key stakeholders from across the mining ecosystem attended the event.
Addressing the gathering, Shri Reddy said India Mining Week 2026 will serve as a global platform to bring together policymakers, mining companies, investors, technology providers, researchers, startups and academia to promote innovation, strengthen international partnerships and accelerate the adoption of sustainable mining practices. He noted that recent reforms, including transparent mineral auctions, commercial coal mining, faster exploration, digital governance and measures to improve the ease of doing business, have significantly enhanced India’s position as a preferred investment destination in the global mining sector. He added that the summit would showcase India’s mineral potential while supporting the national vision of building a self-reliant and developed economy.
During the programme, the Minister also launched the Online Portal Application for Registration of Coal Exchanges and announced the Eighth Tranche of Auctions for Critical and Strategic Mineral Blocks, reinforcing the government’s commitment to strengthening domestic mineral security. Union Minister of State Shri Dubey said the mining sector continues to play an important role in driving economic growth, industrial development and employment generation. He emphasized that collaboration between government, industry, academia and technology partners will be essential for building a safe, efficient and globally competitive mining ecosystem.
Secretary, Ministry of Coal, Shri Dutt, highlighted the sector’s transformation through structural reforms that have made coal mining more transparent, competitive and technology-driven. He noted that India has achieved coal production exceeding one billion tonnes for two consecutive years, strengthening energy security and supporting industrial growth. He said India Mining Week 2026 would provide an important platform for showcasing investment opportunities and advancing dialogue on future reforms.
Secretary, Ministry of Mines, Piyush Goyal, underscored the strategic importance of critical minerals in supporting India’s energy transition and advanced manufacturing ambitions. He said the upcoming eighth round of critical and strategic mineral block auctions would further encourage private sector participation and strengthen domestic mineral value chains. Welcoming delegates, Additional Secretary, Ministry of Coal, Rupinder Brar, said the summit would promote investment, innovation and international collaboration while highlighting India’s progress in responsible and sustainable mining.
India Mining Week 2026 is expected to attract more than 25,000 delegates, 500 exhibitors, 200 speakers, 300 mining and mineral companies, and participants from over 50 countries. The programme will feature high-level conferences, international exhibitions, technical sessions, leadership dialogues, business networking, product launches and technology demonstrations. Key discussions will focus on critical minerals, exploration, digitalisation, automation, mine safety, sustainability, resource efficiency and emerging technologies shaping the future of mining.
As India expands investments in infrastructure, manufacturing and energy security, India Mining Week 2026 is expected to provide a comprehensive platform for policy dialogue, technology exchange, investment promotion and strategic partnerships, reinforcing the country’s position as a leading global destination for sustainable mining and resource development.
