Mining Matters Episode 1: Exploration – A Geologist’s Perspective

‘Mining Matters’ is a part of the ‘In Dialogue’ series, hosted by the Non-Fuel Minerals and Mining research team led by Rajesh Chadha at the Centre for Social and Economic Progress, New Delhi. We invite experts from India and abroad to discuss how India’s mining sector can become a catalyst for economic growth and development, ensuring fair and sustainable mining practices for the environment and affected communities.

In the first episode of Mining Matters, “Exploration – A Geologist’s Perspective”, Ishita Kapoor discusses various issues relating to exploration, auctions and sustainability, including the environment and affected communities, with Dr Nik Senapati, President of the Australia India Business Council in Queensland. Dr Senapati is a geologist and has spent over 35 years in the mining industry with roles in exploration, operations, strategy and external relations including as the country head (MD) for Rio Tinto in India.