Shri Dinesh Vitthalrao Ganvir has assumed charge as the 55th Director General of the Geological Survey of India (GSI), an attached office under the Ministry of Mines, the government announced.
Ganvir has over 32 years of experience at GSI, having joined the organisation in July 1994. Prior to this appointment, he served as Additional Director General and Head of Department for the Central Region in Nagpur, alongside holding charge as National Mission Head-II. In his previous leadership roles, he oversaw nationwide mineral exploration programmes and the preparation of geological reports for mineral block auctions.
Upon taking charge, Ganvir stated that GSI will prioritize intensifying exploration for critical and strategic minerals to strengthen national mineral security and reduce import reliance. He also highlighted plans to integrate advanced data analytics, upgrade laboratory infrastructure, expand offshore exploration, and strengthen work on landslide early warning systems and hazard assessments.
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Press Information Bureau, Government of India, “Shri Dinesh V. Ganvir Takes Charge as Director General of GSI; Reaffirms Focus on Mineral Security, Scientific Excellence and Technological Advancement”. Read the original release.
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