New Delhi, Oct 24 (IANS) Stakeholders have appreciated the fast roll-out of the Rs 1,500 crore Critical Mineral Recycling Incentive Scheme, the government said on Friday, adding that the application window for the scheme is open.

The scheme aims to enhance industry capacity for recycling critical minerals from e-waste, spent lithium-ion batteries, and other scrap such as catalytic converters in end-of-life vehicles, an official statement said.

The scheme, which is a part of the National Critical Mineral Mission, also aims to provide a prudent way to ensure supply chain sustainability in the near term, the Ministry of Mines said.

The Union Cabinet approved the scheme on September 3, 2025. The Ministry of Mines opened the application process following the release of detailed guidelines on

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