Deep-sea mining, polymetallic nodules, and India's role in global ocean governance
Securing India's mineral future through deep-sea exploration and sustainable ocean resource management.
As land-based mineral resources become increasingly scarce and geopolitically contested, deep-sea mining represents a critical frontier for India's mineral security. The Indian Ocean contains vast reserves of polymetallic nodules rich in copper, nickel, cobalt, and manganese - essential for renewable energy technologies, electric vehicles, and digital infrastructure.
Estimated 380 million tonnes
of polymetallic nodules
in Indian Ocean Region
Comprehensive assessment of nodule deposits, composition analysis, and extraction feasibility studies in the Indian Ocean.
Monitoring and analyzing India's participation in International Seabed Authority negotiations for deep-sea mining regulations.
Developing comprehensive environmental impact assessments and sustainable mining practices for deep-sea operations.