The Singrauli district of Madhya Pradesh, previously known primarily for its coal mines, is now embarking on a promising future. In the Chitrangi area, significant deposits of gold and iron ore have been discovered underground. This finding marks the beginning of a new chapter in the state’s mining resource history. Efforts to extract this treasure have already commenced, with state mining officials actively conducting drilling and excavation research to assess the quantity and quality of these deposits.The Sakariya gold mine, which spans an area of 23.60 hectares, has been allocated to the Karima Natural Resources Company. In addition to this, four other gold-rich areas, namely Silbore, Gurhar Bahad, Amilhava, and Son Kurva, have been designated for exploration and mining activities related to the Kundan gold mines. It has also been discovered that this region contains significant deposits of iron ore alongside gold. The Misirkavan iron ore block, covering an area of 1,550 hectares, has been assigned to Rockstone Developers Private Limited for mining operations. Preparatory work for establishing mining activities in this area is currently progressing rapidly.
Experts believe that the new mining operations could generate an annual revenue ranging from approximately 200 to 250 crore rupees. This development is expected to serve as a significant financial resource for the state government. Furthermore, it is anticipated that this initiative will create new employment opportunities for the local population. According to a report from the Geological Survey of India (GSI), it is estimated that around 1 to 1.5 grams of gold can be extracted from each ton of soil excavated in this area. To validate these statistics, mining companies are currently engaged in extensive excavation research and sample collection activities.The newly discovered gold mines in Singrauli are undoubtedly set to become a significant economic milestone for the region. The Singrauli district, which has already been generating substantial revenue through coal mining, is expected to further enhance the state’s income with these gold mines. According to Assistant Mining Officer Kabil Muni Sukla, the newly allocated gold mining blocks are projected to yield approximately Rs. 250 crore in annual revenue for the state government. This income will serve as an additional boost to the considerable earnings already generated from coal mining activities in the area.
