<h1>Steel Minister Urges SAIL to Boost Sales, Expedite Projects; Reports 3% Hot Metal Growth, Plans Rs. 12,000 Crore CapEx.</h1> The Union Minister of Steel reviewed the performance of the Steel Authority of India Ltd (SAIL), highlighting improvements in various areas but expressing concern over declining sales. The Minister urged SAIL to expedite project completions and focus on acquiring and developing mines domestically and internationally. SAIL reported a 3% growth in hot metal production and improvements in techno-economic parameters. The company plans a capital expenditure of Rs. 12,000 crore for FY 13, following Rs. 11,021 crore spent in FY 12, as part of its modernization and expansion program aimed at enhancing technology, energy efficiency, and product offerings. SAIL has also expanded its dealer network significantly.