Chhattisgarh exports India’s largest copper consignment to China
The landmark shipment of 12,000 metric tonnes of copper concentrate was flagged off from the Multi-Modal Logistics Park (MMLP) in Nava Raipur.
A senior official from the Chhattisgarh government said that this is not only a historic step in terms of trade but also a reflection of Chhattisgarh’s growing strength in India’s industrial and logistics landscape.
The first rake, carrying 2,200 metric tonnes of copper, was transported to China by sea from Visakhapatnam port on November 11. The remaining rakes are sent in batches.
With these exports, Chhattisgarh has firmly positioned itself on the global trade map as one of India’s emerging logistics hubs, the official said.
Developed under the state’s Ministry of Industries, Nava Raipur MMLP is fast developing into central India’s most developed trade and transport hub. Equipped with modern cargo management systems, integrated rail connectivity and high-speed transportation facilities, the park enables industries in India to reach international markets with higher efficiency and lower costs. It stands as a strong example of Chhattisgarh’s industrial capacity and well-organized infrastructure.
Chhattisgarh is also setting new benchmarks in the field of mineral resources. In addition to copper, the state also has the distinction of being India’s only tin producer. In fact, 100 percent of the country’s tin production comes from Chhattisgarh.
The state accounts for about 36 percent of India’s total tin ore reserves, with an estimated 30 million tonnes of mineral deposits mainly concentrated in the Dantewada and Sukma districts.
This mineral plays a vital role in the production of electronics, defense equipment, solar panels and advanced machinery, making Chhattisgarh a critical contributor to global technological advancement, another official said.
Over the past 25 years, the state’s mining industry has experienced phenomenal growth. When Chhattisgarh was formed in 2000, its mining revenue was only Rs 429 billion. Today, it has increased 34 times to 14.592 billion rupees.
The mining sector currently contributes around 10 per cent to the state’s Gross Domestic Product (GSDP). This remarkable growth has been achieved while maintaining a delicate balance between economic progress, environmental protection and forest protection.
To sustain and accelerate this momentum, the state government recently introduced the Chhattisgarh State Logistics Policy 2025. The policy envisages transforming Chhattisgarh into India’s leading logistics and industrial hub by 2047.
It focuses on expanding multi-modal infrastructure, increasing exports, encouraging private investment and creating large-scale employment through regionally balanced development.
Prime Minister Vishnu Deo Sai hailed this export milestone as a significant step towards Atmanirbhar Bharat (self-reliant India).
“This historic copper export from Chattisgarh is more than a commercial success; it is a bold step towards India’s self-reliance,” he said, adding that “our policies, industrial strength and investor confidence together make Chhattisgarh one of India’s leading states in terms of logistics and mining growth.”
The Prime Minister also emphasized that the state’s development model goes beyond economic expansion, integrating environmental sustainability and local employment creation as key pillars.
With its progressive policies, modern infrastructure and strategic vision, Chhattisgarh is all set to emerge not only as India’s logistics and mining hub but also as a major player in global trade and industry, the official said.
