Punjab steps up potash exploration to reduce import dependence
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The decision was taken at a meeting chaired by Mining and Geology Minister Barinder Kumar Goyal. Chandigarh Breaking News (Aaj Samaj), Chandigarh: A high-level review meeting was held at the Punjab Civil Secretariat under the chairmanship of Punjab Mining and Geology Minister Barinder Kumar Goyal to set timelines for exploration of key potential potash deposits in Punjab, review the progress of ongoing work, and decide future priorities. The mee…
Punjab steps up potash exploration to reduce import dependence
Chandigarh, Jan 17 (PTI) The Punjab government has intensified efforts to fast-track potash exploration in the state with the aim to reduce the country's heavy dependence on imported potash, a key input for agriculture. Punjab Mining and Geology Minister Barinder Kumar Goyal on Saturday chaired a high-level review meeting with senior officials of the Geological Survey of India (GSI) and the state Department of Mines and Geology to assess progres…
Punjab Steps Up Potash Exploration to Reduce India’s Import Dependence: Barinder Kumar Goyal
Chandigarh, January 17, 2026 (Yes Punjab News) With the objective of fast tracking potash exploration in the State and addressing India’s heavy reliance on imported Potash, Punjab Government has intensified efforts to strengthen domestic mineral resources critical for agriculture. The high level review meeting was convened to take stock of progress identify future priorities and firm up timelines for exploration across key potash bearing regions…
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