IRLi 2025 Inaugurated in Bengaluru, Brings Together Global Leaders to Drive Innovation in Rare Earths and Lithium

The Innovation in Rare Earths and Lithium (IRLi 2025) Summit, organized by CMA India, commenced today at The Capitol Hotel, Bengaluru, bringing together policymakers, global experts, scientists, industry leaders, and innovators to deliberate on India’s growing leadership in the critical minerals and clean energy ecosystem.

The two-day summit, themed “Innovation for a Sustainable Future,” focuses on driving advancements in Rare Earth Elements (REE) and Lithium — the backbone of clean technologies, battery storage, and next-generation manufacturing.

Inaugural Session

The inaugural session on October 9 featured dignitaries from the Ministry of Mines, Government of India, as Guests of Honour. They emphasized India’s commitment to sustainable exploration, responsible mining, and domestic value creation in the field of critical minerals.

Minister of Consumer Affairs, Food and Public Distribution, and Minister of New and Renewable Energy, Pralhad Joshi, will grace the event on October 10, 2025, to address industry leaders and outline India’s roadmap for renewable energy and self-reliance in critical minerals.

“India’s critical minerals strategy is central to its energy transition goals. IRLi serves as a vital forum for connecting industry and policy toward building a sustainable and secure resource future,” said a senior official from the Ministry of Mines during the opening session.

Keynote Address

Delivering the keynote address, Dr. Deependra Singh, Former Chairman and Managing Director, IREL (India) Limited, highlighted the urgent need to accelerate domestic research and technology innovation in rare earth processing and lithium extraction.

“India must take a leadership role not only in exploration but also in advanced processing and application of critical minerals. Innovation will define our future competitiveness,” said Dr. Singh.

Title Sponsor – Flytta: Powering India’s Clean Energy Future

The summit is proudly supported by Flytta, the Title Sponsor for IRLi 2025.

Flytta, led by its visionary Founder and CEO, Mr. Rahul Kanuganti, is driving India’s sustainable logistics and electric mobility transformation. The company recently unveiled India’s first retrofitted 13-ton electric truck for heavy-duty applications — a breakthrough in green supply chain innovation aligned with India’s net-zero commitments.

“At Flytta, we believe in integrating technology with responsibility. IRLi 2025 is a crucial platform to unite innovators and policymakers working toward a cleaner, greener, and self-reliant India,” said Mr. Rahul Kanuganti, CEO, Flytta.

Event Highlights

The IRLi 2025 Summit brings together more than 200 delegates and 25+ industry experts from India and abroad.

Key sessions at IRLi 2025 include:

• Advanced exploration and sustainable mining of REE and Lithium

• Innovation in extraction technology for critical minerals

• Development of rare earth magnets and lithium-ion recycling systems

• Diversity, inclusion, and workforce innovation in the minerals sector