Supply chain, e-waste issues can hit critical mineral plan

Critical minerals recyclers are cautious about the prospects of the newly announced incentive plan for the sector.

Players say the informal e-waste collection system and the lack of a supply chain can hinder the government’s plan to establish a robust critical mineral extraction ecosystem in the country.

The mines ministry recently announced ₹1,500 crore sops for recycling of critical minerals. The scheme provides a maximum incentive of ₹50 crore to eligible firms.