Deep Ocean Mission

India's Deep Ocean Mission: Exploring Marine Resources

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The Government of India has launched the Deep Ocean Mission under the Ministry of Earth Sciences, focusing on the exploration of deep-sea polymetallic nodules (PMN) and polymetallic sulphides (PMS). This initiative aims to conduct scientific surveys in designated areas of the Central Indian Ocean Basin, enhancing India's understanding of marine resources and biodiversity. Recent advancements include the collection of cobalt-rich nodules and the discovery of new deep-sea species, contributing to technological innovations and climate change vulnerability assessments.

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