(a) whether 87 per cent of production of Iron ore is being exported from the country;
(b) if so, the reasons for such a huge export in spite of heavy demand from domestic industries;
(c) whether a large number of iron ore based industries have been affected due to shortage
of iron ore in the country;
(d) if so, the details thereof; and
(e) the steps taken/being taken by the Government to ensure availability of iron ore to all
sectors in the country and to regulate its export?