The historic Ramagiri gold mines in the Sri Sathya Sai district
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Why in news
The State government is reviving the historic Ramagiri gold mines in Sri Sathya Sai district after a 25-year hiatus to leverage modern mining technology.
Background
Bharat Gold Mines Limited (BGML) operated the mines from 1982 to 2002. The Geological Survey of India (GSI) estimates the Ramagiri belt extends 150 km with approximately 9.1 tonnes of gold and 4.16 lakh tonnes of mineral-bearing waste dumps.
Facts for Prelims
- BodyBharat Gold Mines Limited (BGML) is the entity previously responsible for Ramagiri operations.
- PlaceRamagiri gold mines are located in the Sri Sathya Sai district of Karnataka.
- FactThe Ramagiri belt is estimated to contain 9.1 tonnes of gold over a 150 km stretch.
- S&TModern mining technology allows for the extraction of gold from lower-grade deposits.
For Mains
Q. Discuss how advancements in mining technology and geological surveying can enhance India's mineral security and contribute to the 'Atmanirbhar Bharat' initiative.
Dimensions to cover in your answer
- Technological leap: Ability to extract gold from lower-grade deposits via advanced processing techniques
- Resource optimization: Potential for secondary gold recovery from existing mineral-bearing waste dumps
- Economic revitalization: Transitioning dormant mining sites into active industrial hubs to boost regional GDP
Keywords: Mineral Security · Resource Extraction · Technological Advancement · Industrial Revival · Geological Survey
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