Mines Ministry holds Raipur roadshow for 8th tranche of critical mineral auctions
On 31 August 2026, the Ministry of Mines held a roadshow in Raipur for the 8th tranche of critical and strategic mineral block auctions, which offers 20 blocks across nine States, five of them in Chhattisgarh.
Summary
The Ministry of Mines organised a roadshow in Raipur, Chhattisgarh, on 31 August 2026 for the 8th Tranche of Auction of Critical and Strategic Mineral Blocks, with Chief Minister Vishnu Deo Sai as chief guest and MoS Satish Chandra Dubey present. Mines Secretary Keshav Chandra said the 8th tranche has 20 blocks (17 composite licences and 3 mining leases) across nine States, covering graphite, rare earth elements, vanadium, gallium, titanium, tungsten, potash and phosphorite, among others. Five of the blocks are in Chhattisgarh. Keshav Chandra stressed moving beyond mining towards processing, refining and value addition.
Key facts
- Event
- Roadshow, Raipur, 31 Aug 2026
- Tranche
- 8th – Critical & Strategic Mineral Blocks
- Blocks
- 20 (17 Composite Licence + 3 Mining Lease), 9 States
- Chhattisgarh
- 5 blocks
- Minerals
- Graphite, REEs, vanadium, gallium, titanium, tungsten, potash, phosphorite, etc.
Practice MCQs 2 questions
How many blocks are offered in the 8th tranche of critical and strategic mineral block auctions, promoted at the Raipur roadshow in August 2026?
Show answer
Correct answer: C — 20
The 8th tranche has 20 blocks — 17 composite licences and 3 mining leases — across nine States.
How many of the 8th-tranche critical mineral blocks are located in Chhattisgarh?
Show answer
Correct answer: B — Five
Five mineral blocks from Chhattisgarh are included in the 8th tranche.