Moreover, the exploration began in 2021-22 and is now at the G4 stage.The Mineral Exploration and Consultation (MECL), under the Union Ministry of Mines, is exploring lithium and potassium under the National Mineral Exploration Trust (NMET) at the Merak block in the Union Territory of Leh.So far, the 5.According to the Geographical Survey of India’s (GSI) Field Season 2023-24 report, lithium exploration projects are underway in three states, including Korba district in Chhattisgarh; South Garo Hills and East Garo Hills in Meghalaya; and Jammu, Ramban, Resai, Rajoury and Udhampur in Jammu and Kashmir.9-million tonne reserve of lithium has only been found at Reasi in Jammu and Kashmir.