Rajasthan to Use AI and ML for Mineral Exploration in Pilot Project
| Key Aspect | Details |
|---|---|
| Project Name | Bhilwara-Bharatpur Pilot Project |
| Objective | Exploration of minerals using Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Machine Learning (ML) technologies. |
| Key Locations | Bhilwara, Bharatpur, and select areas in Chittorgarh, Rajasthan. |
| Implementing Agency | Rajasthan State Mineral Exploration Trust (RSMET) |
| Collaboration | Central Government and Notified Private Exploration Agencies. |
| Key Official | T. Ravikant, Principal Secretary, Mines and Geology, Rajasthan. |
| Current Status | Rajasthan leads in mineral auctions and has seen significant revenue growth. |
| Mineral Types | 82 types of minerals identified; currently mining 57 types. |
| AI Application | AI to identify critical and strategic mineral potential areas. |
| Next Steps | Drilling, chemical analysis of samples, and preparation of blocks for auction. |