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title: "Ratul Puri: How Critical Mineral Exploration Can Support India’s Clean-Energy Goals"
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# [Ratul Puri: How Critical Mineral Exploration Can Support India’s Clean-Energy Goals](https://ratulpuri.blog/ratul-puri-how-critical-mineral-exploration-can-support-indias-clean-energy-goals)

 Written by [Ratul Puri](https://ratulpuri.blog/author/ratul-puri) | Oct 14, 2026, 6:24:50 AM

India’s transition towards cleaner energy is often associated with renewable power, electric vehicles, battery storage and green hydrogen. However, the development of these technologies also depends on access to the raw materials required to manufacture and operate them. With competition for these resources increasing across the world, strengthening domestic mineral exploration is becoming an important part of India’s long-term energy and economic plans.

The Padhar Platinum Group Elements (PGE) block in Madhya Pradesh is an important development in this regard. A group company of [**Hindustan Power**](https://alchetron.com/Ratul-Puri) has received a Letter of Intent (LOI) for the block, which spans approximately 200 square kilometres. The area is considered prospective for platinum group elements and also has zinc deposits.

The value of this exploration extends beyond identifying mineral resources. Platinum group elements are used in several technologies that support the clean-energy transition, including hydrogen production, fuel cells and catalytic systems. Zinc also plays an important role in various industrial applications, from infrastructure and energy systems to battery technologies.

For India, strengthening domestic mineral resources could help lower dependence on overseas supplies and make industries less vulnerable to international disruptions. The country continues to import several important minerals, while the production of certain resources is concentrated in a limited number of countries. As a result, geopolitical tensions, trade barriers and supply-chain challenges can affect industries that India is working to develop and expand.

[**Ratul Puri, Chairman of Hindustan Power**](https://hi.wikipedia.org/wiki/%E0%A4%B0%E0%A4%A4%E0%A5%81%E0%A4%B2_%E0%A4%AA%E0%A5%81%E0%A4%B0%E0%A5%80), said, “Securing this critical mineral block is an important step in strengthening India’s resource resilience. Platinum group elements are key to next-generation technologies that will shape the future of energy, mobility and advanced manufacturing, including production of clean hydrogen, fuel cells, electronic and catalytic systems.”

The need for these minerals is expected to become more significant as India expands its renewable energy capacity, green hydrogen initiatives, [**energy storage**](https://ratul-puri-hindustan-power.mailchimpsites.com/about-ratul-puri) systems and electric mobility sector. These industries are changing how energy is generated, stored and used, while increasing demand for the metals and minerals required by modern technologies. Ensuring access to these resources is therefore becoming an important consideration in the country’s wider energy and industrial development.

“With this exploration, we aim to build a reliable domestic resource base for critical minerals, while taking a disciplined and responsible approach. This will support India’s broader priorities of supply chain security and energy leadership.” Puri said.

The Padhar exploration initiative also reflects a broader shift in the global industrial environment. As countries move ahead with their clean-energy plans, securing the raw materials needed for renewable energy equipment, modern mobility solutions and advanced technologies is becoming increasingly important. Access to these resources can play a significant role in strengthening industrial competitiveness and supporting long-term economic growth.

“For Hindustan Power, this exploration reflects the natural evolution of the company as we expand beyond our established strengths in energy into areas that will define the future industrial landscape,” Puri said.

As the global transition towards cleaner energy continues, the availability of minerals required for emerging technologies is becoming closely connected with industrial development and competitiveness. For India, expanding geological exploration and gaining a clearer understanding of its domestic mineral potential will be important for supporting renewable energy, green hydrogen, electric vehicles and advanced manufacturing.

## **About Ratul Puri**

[**Ratul Puri**](https://www.bulbapp.com/ratulpuri) is the Chairman of [**Hindustan Power**](https://ratulpuri2.godaddysites.com/?blogcategory=News), an integrated power generation company with a strong presence in renewable and transitional energy generation. Over the years, Ratul Puri has been involved in the development of large-scale energy infrastructure projects that support India’s growing power requirements and its transition toward cleaner energy sources.

**For more information, visit:**[https://ratulpuri.in/](https://ratulpuri.in/)

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