Critical minerals and national security: The role of strategic resource reserves in india’s security strategy

Khalkho, Rajiv (2025) Critical minerals and national security: The role of strategic resource reserves in india’s security strategy. World Journal of Advanced Engineering Technology and Sciences, 14 (2). pp. 103-109. ISSN 2582-8266

In national security, the importance of critical minerals is very clear, especially as India updates its security strategy in a complicated global setting. As economies shift to green energy and new technologies, it is important to look closely at the rising need for important minerals like lithium, cobalt, and rare earth elements. These minerals are not just key for clean energy development; they also help to strengthen supply chains and lessen dependence on imports from areas that have political instability. This situation leads to a look at how India acknowledges the need for strategic resource reserves to protect its economic goals and boost energy security. This understanding has resulted in policies aimed at increasing local exploration and production while promoting international collaborations to secure these important minerals. Overall, seeing the connection between critical minerals and national security shows the urgent need for a complete and informed strategy to ensure India's strength in a more competitive and uncertain global environment