India produces 95 minerals: 4 fuel-related minerals, 10 metallic minerals, 23 non-metallic minerals, 3 atomic minerals, and 55 minor minerals (including building and other minerals).
Growth is driven by infrastructure development and automotive production, while the power and cement industries also contribute significantly. Demand for iron and steel is expected to continue due to strong growth in residential and commercial construction.
India is the second largest producer of coal, with production of 1,048 million tonnes (MT) in FY25, rising to 1,157 MT in FY26 (till December 2026). India ranks fourth globally in iron ore production, producing 260 MT in FY25, and holds approximately 20% of the world’s iron ore deposits.
India became the world’s second largest crude steel producer in 2026, with production at 111 MT. Aluminium production stood at 54 MT in FY25, with exports of US$18 million in FY26.
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