India is focusing on its Northeast region for critical minerals necessary for clean energy amid a global shift. The area, previously seen as remote, has gained importance in India's strategic planning under Prime Minister Narendra Modi.

• Critical minerals such as lithium, cobalt, and rare earths are crucial for modern technology.
• The Northeast includes seven states: Assam, Arunachal Pradesh, Meghalaya, Mizoram, Nagaland, Tripura, and Sikkim.
• Significant infrastructure investments are being made to unlock the region's potential in the clean energy sector.