Chief Minister Mohan Yadav has stated that Madhya Pradesh has emerged as a key center in the field of mining and mineral resources. Due to the state's abundant mineral wealth and investment-friendly policies, it is playing a crucial role in the country’s industrial progress. The mining sector will not only strengthen the state's economy but will also contribute significantly to the country's industrial development and Prime Minister Narendra Modi's Aatmanirbhar Bharat mission. Under the guidance of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, the state government is ensuring continuous development in the mining sector, leading to economic growth and increased employment opportunities.

Yadav mentioned that investment proposals worth Rs 3.22 lakh crore have been received under the mining and mineral resources sector at GIS-Bhopal, which will generate employment for 55,000 youth—a significant achievement for the state. He emphasized that due to the proactive policies of the government, the mining sector is reaching new heights in investment, industrial development, and job creation. Madhya Pradesh is rapidly moving toward becoming the leading center of the mining industry in the country.

Yadav highlighted that some of the country's leading companies have shown interest in the mining sector. In the coming years, companies investing in mineral extraction and processing include Adani Group (Rewa, Jabalpur), Gold Crest Cement Pvt Ltd (Ujjain), Auro Coal Pvt Ltd (Shahdol), Aditya Birla Group – EMIL Mines & Minerals Ltd (Rewa), Aditya Birla Group’s UltraTech Cement Ltd (Rewa), Stocks Works Pvt Ltd (Jabalpur), Sharda Energy & Minerals Ltd (Shahdol), JK Cement Ltd (Shahdol), Prime-4 Inspection LLC (Bhopal), Rekan Chemicals (Indore), Birla Corporation Ltd (Rewa), Ramdas Verma & Co (Shahdol)

Yadav stated that Madhya Pradesh holds the top position in India for the production of copper ore, manganese ore, and diamonds. It is the only diamond-producing state in the country, giving it a unique identity in the mining industry. Additionally, the state ranks second in rock phosphate production, third in limestone, and fourth in coal production. The mineral resources of the state support the development of thermal power plants, cement manufacturing, ferroalloys, marble cutting and polishing units, and refractory industries.