<h1>Unequal Potash Exploration Permits Raise Concerns About Mineral Resource Development and Regional Fairness</h1> A state minister accused the central government of discriminating against the state in potash reserve exploration. Despite discovering substantial potash deposits near specific regions, only nine drilling sites were permitted in the state compared to 158 in an adjacent region. The minister emphasized the potential for national self-reliance and reduced foreign exchange expenditure by developing domestic potash resources. The state aims to advance exploration efforts and highlight the economic significance of these mineral reserves.