ENA Sectors 2025-01-17 15:41:51 <p><span style="font-size:14px"><strong>New Delhi, Jan 17 (KNN)</strong> Indias journey toward self-reliance in cell manufacturing could get a major boost through effective lithium recycling and reuse strategies, according to Vijay Mittal, Joint Secretary, Ministry of Heavy Industries.</span></p> <p><span style="font-size:14px">Speaking at the fourth India Battery Manufacturing &amp; Supply Chain Summit (IBMSCS), Mittal emphasized the importance of resource optimisation in overcoming the challenges posed by limited domestic lithium reserves.</span></p> <p><span style="font-size:14px">Addressing industry leaders, Mittal highlighted the transformative potential of recycling. Ensuring lithium remains within the country through recycling and reuse in batteries could be a significant breakthrough for our self-reliance in cell manufacturing, he said.</span></p> <p><span style="font-size:14px">He shared insights from his recent visit to a leading lithium manufacturer, noting the impressive capability of recycling facilities to refine lithium to standards suitable for battery production.</span></p> <p><span style="font-size:14px">Organised by the India Energy Storage Alliance (IESA), the summit serves as a platform for dialogue between policymakers and industry stakeholders.</span></p> <p><span style="font-size:14px">IESA President Debi Prasad Dash reiterated the alliances commitment to fostering a robust battery ecosystem.</span></p> <p><span style="font-size:14px">We are collaborating with over 60 battery and component manufacturers and have proposed a social incentive program for battery component manufacturing to the ministry, Dash stated.</span></p> <p><span style="font-size:14px">He expressed optimism that the upcoming Budget would introduce a supportive scheme to accelerate the development of the sector.</span></p> <p><span style="font-size:14px">The Ministry of Heavy Industries is actively engaging with experts to formulate policies that catalyse this vision. Proposed initiatives include financial incentives, technical aid, and streamlined regulations aimed at enhancing Indias competitiveness in advanced energy technologies.</span></p> <p><span style="font-size:14px">A concept note under development seeks to align policymakers on strategies to bolster the production of battery components.</span></p> <p><span style="font-size:14px">Founded in 2012, IESA has been instrumental in advancing Indias capabilities in energy storage, green hydrogen, and e-mobility.</span></p> <p><span style="font-size:14px">The alliance envisions transforming the country into a global hub for R&amp;D, manufacturing, and adoption of these critical technologies.</span></p> <p><span style="font-size:14px">With a strategic focus on recycling and strong policy frameworks, India stands poised to chart a sustainable and self-reliant path in the battery manufacturing landscape.</span></p> <p><strong><em><span style="font-size:14px">(KNN Bureau)</span></em></strong></p> 40688 https://knnindia.co.in/news/newsdetails/sectors/india-eyes-self-reliance-in-cell-manufacturing-through-lithium-recycling 2025-01-17 15:41:51 knnindia.co.in