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1. Which Indian state has auctioned 25 major and 2,280 minor mineral blocks, granting Letters of Intent to leaseholders?
Gujarat has taken a significant step in promoting entrepreneurship and mineral exploration by auctioning 25 major and 2,280 minor mineral blocks, and granting Letters of Intent to leaseholders. This initiative, part of the "Vikas Saptah" program and Entrepreneurship Day, aims to encourage competitive leasing through transparent auctions. Additionally, Gujarat has introduced an application-based system for minor mineral leases on private land under the Ease of Doing Business (EODB) initiative. This move is expected to boost the state's mineral sector and economy.