During the event, Indra Dev Narayan, Chairman-cum-Managing Director, MECL, delivered a keynote address on the theme “Vidarbha: Emerging Hub for Critical Minerals and Rare Earth Elements.” In his address, he highlighted the mineral potential of the Vidarbha region, particularly in critical minerals and rare earth elements and outlined MECL’s role in scientific mineral exploration and drilling activities, with emphasis on sustainable and technology-driven approaches.
MECL also set up an exhibition stall showcasing its mineral exploration capabilities. The display included a Ground Penetrating Radar (GPR) system for subsurface investigations, a conventional drill rig model, mineral samples from MECL exploration projects and demonstrations of drilling operations, Geophysical investigations methods, engineering support, IT-enabled services and consultancy offerings.