India's Vision for Aluminium and Copper Production by 2047

India has unveiled an ambitious plan to significantly increase its domestic production of aluminium and copper by the year 2047.

Aluminium Vision Document

• Production Increase: The plan targets a sixfold increase in aluminium production.
• Bauxite Capacity: Increase bauxite capacity to 150 million tonnes per annum (mtpa).
• Recycling: Enhance recycling processes to support production growth.
• Green Technologies: Promote the use of environmentally friendly technologies in production.

Copper Vision Document

• Demand Fulfillment: Strategize to meet a sixfold increase in copper demand by 2047.
• Refining Capacity: Aim for a refining capacity of 5 million tonnes per annum (MTPA) by 2030.
• Recycling: Strengthen recycling efforts for sustainability.
• Global Tie-Ups: Establish strategic alliances globally to support objectives.

Sustainable Mining Practices

The vision documents were presented at an international conference focused on sustainable and responsible mining practices.

Mine Closure Philosophy—"6 "Rs"

• Reclamation: Restoring land post-mining.
• Repurposing: Finding new uses for mined land.
• Rehabilitation: Reviving ecosystems and communities affected by mining.
• Revegetation: Planting vegetation to restore mined areas.
• Remediation: Cleaning and remediating polluted areas.
• Relinquishment: Safely closing and handing over mined land.